Recipe: Ghee-Roasted Eggplant Stuffed with Spiced LentilsDescription: A flavorful dish featuring eggplant roasted in ghee, filled with spiced lentils, and topped with vibrant pomegranate seeds.Serves: 4 people Total Time: 60Difficulty: Easy to follow Ingredients needed: 2 whole eggplant, 4 tablespoon ghee, 1 cup black lentils, 750 ml water, 1 whole onion, 2 clove garlic, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds, 0.25 cup cilantroInstructions: Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a crosshatch pattern. Brush the cut sides with ghee, season with salt and pepper, and place them cut side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 30 minutes or until tender and golden. While the eggplants are roasting, rinse the black lentils under cold water. In a saucepan, combine the lentils with 750 ml of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain any excess water and set aside. In a large pan, heat the remaining ghee over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the cooked lentils, season with salt and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove the roasted eggplants from the oven and carefully scoop out some of the flesh, creating a cavity for the lentil filling. Chop the scooped-out eggplant flesh and mix it into the lentil mixture. Fill each eggplant half with the spiced lentil mixture. Return the stuffed eggplants to the oven for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before sprinkling with pomegranate seeds and chopped cilantro. Serve warm.Perfect for: Meal planning, weekly preparation, home cooking Tags: vegetarian, Middle Eastern, gluten-free, main courseThis Ghee-Roasted Eggplant Stuffed with Spiced Lentils recipe is designed for easy meal planning and preparation. It serves 4 people and can be made in 60 minutes. Great for weekly meal prep and family dinners.