Za'atar Baked Panko Aubergine

Mac
Servings

5

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

27 minutes

Cuisine

Middle East

Spice Blend

zaatar

A Middle Eastern spice mix Za’atar is traditionally eaten with flat breads. This recipe however works wonderfully, the baked aubergine has crunch while the Za’atar dip brings the whole dish alive.

Ingredients

  • 2 large aubergines
  • 100g plain flour
  • 150g panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • 2 teaspoons Spicemasters Za’atar spice mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • Small amount of oil for brushing
  • Salt for seasoning
  • For The Dip
  • 1 tblsp tahini paste
  • 1 tblsp sour cream
  • 2 tblsp lemon juice
  • 1 tblsp soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Spicemasters Za’atar spice mix

Directions

  1. Aubergines - Cut in half and the 1cm slices.
  2. 3 Bowls - 1 plain flour, 2 eggs mixed, 3 breadcrumbs, with the Za’atar and parmesan mixed.
  3. Coat Aubergines - Pass the aubergine slices through the flour, egg then the breadcrumbs.
  4. Bake - Brush one side of the aubergines lightly with oil using a pastry brush. Place side by side on a rack on a tray and bake in the oven at 200 degrees centigrade for 15 minutes.
  5. Dip - Whilst the aubergine is baking make the dip. Combine all the dip ingredients and stir vigorously until combined, if it is too thick add a few teaspoons of water to desired thickness.
  6. Season - After 15 minutes remove from the oven and sprinkle with a little salt to taste.
  7. Serve - Serve the aubergine whilst they are still hot, with the dip accompanying.

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