MUTTABEL WITH ZA'ATAR-SPICED PITA

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Make and share this Muttabel With Za'atar-Spiced Pita recipe from Food.com.

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Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 italian eggplants, halved and scored (1 1/2 to 2 pounds total)
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1/2 cup
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons tahini paste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/4 cup small dice red bell pepper
8 large pita bread rounds, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons za'atar spice mix, dry spice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Split the eggplants in half through the stem and score the flesh sides. Drizzle with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast eggplants, flesh side down on a sheet pan, until the skin begins to wrinkle and flesh is very tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • When the eggplants are cool enough to handle, scoop out the flesh and transfer to the bowl of a food processor along with the garlic, parsley, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, and cayenne and puree until smooth. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of olive oil and pulse again to incorporate. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the red bell pepper. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve with pita strips for dipping.
  • While the eggplants are cooking, make pita strips: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Put the pita wedges in a large mixing bowl. Combine za'atar spice mix and extra-virgin olive oil in a small bowl and drizzle over wedges. Season with salt and toss to coat evenly. Arrange pita wedges on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.5, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Sodium 660.3, Carbohydrate 83.2, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 14.9

Sumon Sazzad
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This muttabel recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant.


Yusf_ F4
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this muttabel. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is smooth and creamy.


Huzaifa Shah
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The muttabel was good, but it was a bit too oily for my taste. I would recommend draining the eggplant more thoroughly before cooking it.


shereena nicholas
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This muttabel recipe is a great way to use up leftover pita bread. It's also a healthy and affordable meal.


Nevaeh Spinner
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I love the combination of flavors in this muttabel recipe. The smoky eggplant, the tangy yogurt, and the fresh herbs all come together perfectly.


Sami Moti
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The muttabel was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper.


MD. ENAMUL HOSSAIN MAMUN
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This muttabel recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant.


Usman Ahmad
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant and this muttabel recipe is a great one. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


June Slattery
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The muttabel was good, but I think it would have been better if I had used fresh pita bread.


Kobus van Eeden
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This muttabel recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant.


Ikram Roshan
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I've made this muttabel recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks.


Tunde Iyanu
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The muttabel was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra lemon juice and spices to give it more flavor.


Pam Embry
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This muttabel recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a healthy and affordable meal.


Adnan Muneer
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this muttabel. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is smooth and creamy.


Rana Aftab
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The muttabel was delicious, but the pita bread was a bit dry.


Faiys Faiys
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I love how easy this muttabel recipe is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Rana zaib Zabi
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This muttabel recipe is a keeper! The flavors are incredible, and the zaatar-spiced pita is the perfect complement. I highly recommend it.