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Medium 2 hr 12 min~320 kcal 8/10
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Hünkar Beğendi
An Ottoman classic of braised meat over smoked eggplant béchamel, rich, silky, and served as a centerpiece from palace-inspired Turkish cooking.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 32 min📖 1 min readServes 4~420 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 72 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 32 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking1 h 12 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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- 500 gr Diced lamb
- 2 adet Onions
- 2 adet Tomatoes
For the beğendi
- 4 adet Eggplants
- 50 gr Butter
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Flour
- 200 ml Milk
- 50 gr Kashar cheese
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Instructions
- 1
Bake the eggplants in a 200°C oven for 20-25 minutes, then peel them.
22 min22:00 - 2
Cook the diced lamb, onion, and tomatoes in a pot for 40-45 minutes.
42 min42:30 - 3
Toast the butter and flour in a pan for 3-4 minutes, then add the milk gradually.
4 min04:00 - 4
Add the chopped roasted eggplant and kashar cheese to the milk mixture.
- 5
Stir the begendi base for another 3-4 minutes until smooth.
3 min03:30 - 6
Spread it on the plate and serve with the meat mixture spooned on top.
💡 Tip: Let the eggplants become very soft while roasting them; that texture is essential for the begendi base.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Spread the begendi on the plate, spoon the meat over it, and serve for dinner with parsley.
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- Protein source
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~420
kcal calories
30
g protein
18
g carbs
25
g fat
Protein 29%Carbs 17%Fat 54%
GI 28 · Low GIGL 5 · Low GL
23.2g
Sugar
15.7g
Fiber
283.7mg
Sodium
22.5g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Hünkar Beğendi make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Hünkar Beğendi take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 72 minutes; 92 minutes in total.Is Hünkar Beğendi difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Hünkar Beğendi have?
Approximately 420 kcal per serving. Protein: 30g, carbs: 18g, fat: 25g.Which allergens does Hünkar Beğendi contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Hünkar Beğendi need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Hünkar Beğendi filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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