Best 3 Chickpea Crêpe Tacos With Eggplant And Lamb Recipes
Indulge in a culinary adventure with the irresistible flavors of chickpea crêpe tacos filled with succulent eggplant and tender lamb. This delightful dish combines the wholesome goodness of chickpeas with the smoky richness of eggplant and the savory depth of lamb, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the perfect recipe for this delectable fusion of cultures and flavors.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROASTED EGGPLANT WITH SPICED CHICKPEAS
Eggplant is a staple in the Arab world, the source of the dish called moussaq'a, a classic (and vegan to boot, if you leave off the yogurt). The key to cooking eggplant is to do it with high heat that concentrates the flavor and the flesh.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 40m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450 degrees and lightly oil two baking sheets (or use nonstick). Combine the 1/4 cup olive oil and the peanut oil. Brush eggplant slices on both sides with the mixture, then place on pans. Roast, flipping once, until golden brown on both sides, about 15 minutes total. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes, spices and molasses, and bring to a simmer. Add sugar, salt and pepper to taste. (The amount of sugar will depend on the tomatoes' sweetness; there should be a hint of sweetness in the mixture.) Simmer until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes. Add chickpeas and cook until thick, 5 to 10 minutes more. Stir in half the pine nuts and set aside.
- To serve, place a slice of eggplant on a platter and spoon tomato-chickpea mixture onto the wide end of the slice. Fold the narrower end of the slice over to cover the filling and place a mint leaf on top. Repeat with remaining slices and garnish with remaining pine nuts. Serve cold or at room temperature, topping each piece with a dollop of yogurt, if using.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 338, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 807 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams
CRISPY LAMB MEATBALLS WITH CHICKPEAS AND EGGPLANT
This dish does not shy away from fat in the best way possible. From the lamb to the olive oil to the yogurt used as a sauce at the end, this is a one-skillet meal that feels worthy of a weekend spread. Since these meatballs aren't made with binders like eggs or bread, they're truly best made with a fatty meat like lamb. If you decide to use pork or beef instead, make sure it's a mixture with a higher fat content or the meatballs could turn out dry. Since eggplant can really soak up oil when pan-frying, feel free to add more to the skillet as the slices cook.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories dinner, weekday, meat, meatballs, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine lamb, fennel seeds, garlic and 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and black pepper to taste, and mix until everything is well combined and the spices are evenly distributed.
- Using your hands, roll lamb mixture into balls about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. You should have about 12 meatballs.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs - work in batches if your skillet can't comfortably fit them all without crowding - and cook, gently rotating them occasionally so they more or less brown on all sides while keeping a vaguely round shape, 8 to 10 minutes. (Do not stress about this part; they will be delicious no matter what shape they are.) After they are evenly browned and cooked through, transfer them to a plate, leaving the fat and any browned bits behind.
- Add 4 tablespoons oil to the skillet and, working in batches, if needed, add eggplant slices in an even layer, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook the slices, flipping them once, until they are browned on both sides, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add more oil as needed. After eggplant slices are cooked and browned, transfer them to the plate with the meatballs.
- Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil to the skillet, along with chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper, and cook, shaking the skillet and stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes. (They won't exactly crisp; you're just looking to take the edge off and get them nicely seasoned.)
- Season yogurt with salt and pepper and smear onto the bottom of a large plate or serving platter. Top with meatballs, eggplant and chickpeas. Scatter with greens and cilantro, and then squeeze lemon halves over everything before serving.
MOROCCAN CHICKPEA AND EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) STEW
Found this on another recipe website when I was searching for chickpea recipes. Love this - make it regularly and have passed it on to numerous friends and family. Is gluten-free if served on rice. Only requires 1 fresh ingredient (my basic criteria) and can be sized up and frozen with great success. It seems very similar to Ciao's #66380 which I will have to try soon.
Provided by Andrea-Oz
Categories Stew
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut off the ends of the eggplant, than chop into ¾" cubes. I salted an eggplant once just for fun, but with fresh eggplant just don't find it necessary!
- Chop the onion roughly.
- Mince the garlic.
- Coat a large deep-sided frypan with olive oil. and heat over a medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic, onion, chili powder, cumin and cinnamon. Stir well to coat evenly. Cook until the onions have softened (approx. 4-5 minutes).
- Add the eggplant, tomatoes and chickpeas, along with the stock. Simmer over medium-low heat, covered, for fifteen-twenty minutes (until the eggplant is tender).
- Uncover and stir. If the stew looks very soupy, let the liquid bubble away for a few more minutes.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over rice / pasta / cous cous / even toast would be yummy.
- The qty of spice listed make it moderately hot - good for a taste explosion for someone not used to spices. I normally double them as I like things really spicy!
Tips:
- To make the chickpea batter, use a blender or food processor to combine the chickpeas, water, flour, salt, and garlic powder until smooth. If the batter is too thick, add more water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a pourable consistency.
- When cooking the chickpea crêpes, use a nonstick skillet and cook them over medium heat. Pour a thin layer of batter into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- To make the eggplant and lamb filling, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned. Add the lamb and cook until browned. Stir in the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and chili powder and cook for 1 minute more.
- To assemble the tacos, spoon some of the eggplant and lamb filling onto a chickpea crêpe. Top with yogurt, cilantro, and sliced cabbage. Fold the crêpe in half or roll it up and enjoy!
Conclusion:
These chickpea crêpe tacos with eggplant and lamb are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. They are packed with protein, fiber, and vegetables, and they are also gluten-free. The chickpea crêpes are a great alternative to traditional wheat tortillas, and they are also very easy to make. The eggplant and lamb filling is flavorful and satisfying, and it pairs perfectly with the chickpea crêpes. These tacos are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
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