Falafel and Eggplant Stew with Feta Cheese

Falafel and Eggplant Stew with Feta Cheese is a delicious and hearty vegetarian dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with a combination of falafel, eggplant, and feta cheese, which creates a unique and flavorful taste that is sure to impress your guests.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 cup of dried chickpeas
- 1 eggplant, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of coriander
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped parsley

To start, soak the chickpeas overnight in water. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add them to a food processor along with the onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground and forms a dough-like consistency.
Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Add the falafel balls to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the falafel from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced eggplant and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add the falafel balls back to the skillet and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the stew has thickened.
Serve the stew hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests. The combination of the crispy falafel, tender eggplant, and tangy feta cheese creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to impress.
Type: Vegetarian Stew

Ingredients:

- Falafel
- Eggplant
- Feta Cheese