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Imam Bayildi

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Imam bayildi is an Ottoman dish of baked stuffed aubergine, and the name (meaning 'the imam fainted') comes from a story that he was so overwhelmed at how delicious the meal was that he swooned after eating it. An alternative version says he fainted when told how much olive oil was in it!
Imam bayildi is an Ottoman dish of baked stuffed aubergine, and the name (meaning 'the imam fainted') comes from a story that he was so overwhelmed at how delicious the meal was that he swooned after eating it. An alternative version says he fainted when told how much olive oil was in it!
Which Legend Book?: How to be a Mezze Legend
Biber Needed: 1
Kammun Needed: 1
Qarfa Needed: 1
Page Number: 136
Goes great with...: $$Herb pilaf$$ (p156), $$tsigareli$$ (p148)
Also works a treat with...: Courgette or marrow
Serves: 4
Serves: 4
Heat Rating: 2/5
Prep time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 1 hr 20 mins
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DescriptionImam bayildi is an Ottoman dish of baked stuffed aubergine, and the name (meaning 'the imam fainted') comes from a story that he was so overwhelmed at how delicious the meal was that he swooned after eating it. An alternative version says he fainted when told how much olive oil was in it!
Shopping List
  • 2 large aubergines
  • 1 small onion
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • A handful of roughly chopped parsley or coriander to serve (optional)
  • 75g Greek yogurt (full fat is best) to serve (optional)
  • 200g tinned tomatoes (½ a standard-size tin)
  • 1 ½ tsp sugar
  • 120ml extra virgin olive oil

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