Meat lasagna with eggplant and tomatoes

6 servings

50 minutes

Meat lasagna made from eggplant and tomatoes is a refined version of the classic Italian dish, where traditional pasta sheets are replaced with tender slices of eggplant. The combination of juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and rich minced meat creates a harmonious flavor rich in freshness and spicy notes. Baked with several types of cheese, including creamy ricotta, stretchy mozzarella, and tangy parmesan, this lasagna develops an appetizing golden crust. Its soft texture, rich aroma, and balanced play of flavors make this dish perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. This lasagna will not only delight gourmets but also suit those seeking a lighter version of traditional Italian cuisine without pasta while maintaining its authentic character.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 567.8
• Proteins: 35.1g
• Fats: 44.7g
• Carbohydrates: 10.6g

Ingredients

• Ground beef: 600 g
• Tomatoes: 4 pc
• Eggplants: 4 pc
• Green basil: 2 sprig
• Cottage cheese: 150 g
• Cream 10%: 2 tbsp
• Olives: 100 g
• Mozzarella Cheese for Pizza: 70 g
• Mozzarella cheese: 300 g
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Sea salt: to taste
• Olive oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Pour boiling water over the tomatoes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces

2. After a couple of minutes, drain the boiling water and place it under cold running water.

3. Peel and chop finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces

4. Peel the eggplant.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 4 pieces

5. Slice about 5 mm thick and fry in olive oil on both sides until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 4 pieces

6. Place the slices of fried eggplant in a baking dish.

7. Place the tomatoes in heated oil in a pan, stir and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces
   • Olive oil:  to taste
   • Sea salt:  to taste

8. Put the minced meat in the heated oil in the pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 600 g

9. After 3 minutes, stir the minced meat. After a couple more minutes, add the prepared tomato sauce and reduce the heat to medium.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 4 pieces

10. Add finely chopped basil and mix. Remove from heat after 3 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Green basil: 2 sprigs

11. Spread the minced meat in tomato sauce over the eggplants in a layer about 1 cm thick.

12. Lay the eggplant slices in two layers.

13. Mix the cottage cheese with the cream.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cottage cheese: 150 g
    • Cream 10%: 2 tablespoons

14. Grease the eggplants with the resulting sauce.

15. Place sliced olives on top.

    Required ingredients:

    • Olives: 100 g

16. Put out the remaining minced meat.

17. Sprinkle grated mozzarella for pizza.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mozzarella Cheese for Pizza: 70 g

18. Place the slices of eggplant on top.

19. Then lay out slices of mozzarella about 5-7mm thick. Sprinkle with parmesan and send to a preheated oven at 180 degrees.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mozzarella cheese: 300 g
    • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g

20. The dish will be ready in 30 minutes.

21. Enjoy your meal!