Falafel Stuffed Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce

Falafel Stuffed Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce is a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with eggplant, falafel, and a creamy yogurt sauce that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Falafel:

- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4-6 tablespoons flour
- Oil for frying

For the Eggplant:

- 2 large eggplants
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Yogurt Sauce:

- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
To start, soak the chickpeas in water overnight. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and add them to a food processor along with the onion, parsley, cilantro, salt, cumin, coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic, and baking powder. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground but not pureed. Add the flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together when shaped into balls.
Shape the falafel mixture into small balls and fry them in hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a criss-cross pattern. Brush the flesh with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the eggplants on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
Remove the eggplants from the oven and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Mash the eggplant flesh and mix it with the falafel balls. Stuff the eggplant shells with the falafel mixture and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the falafel is heated through.
To make the yogurt sauce, mix together the Greek yogurt, parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Serve the stuffed eggplants with the yogurt sauce on top.
This Falafel Stuffed Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The falafel balls are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the eggplant is soft and flavorful. The creamy yogurt sauce adds a tangy and refreshing touch to the dish. This dish is perfect for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike, and is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.
Type: Vegetarian Dish
Main Ingredients: Eggplant, Falafel, Yogurt Sauce