Minced Beef and Eggplant

Ingredients:

• 1 lb minced beef
• 2 medium eggplants, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup beef broth or water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions:

Prepare the Eggplant:

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add diced eggplant and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.

Remove and set aside.

Cook the Beef:

In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

Combine Ingredients:

Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.

Pour in beef broth and return the eggplant to the pan.

Simmer:

Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serve:

Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.

Serve & Time:

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes