Ajapsandali with minced meat

4 servings

35 minutes

Ajapsandali with minced meat is a variation of the traditional Georgian dish that combines the rich flavors of vegetables and juicy minced meat. Historically, ajapsandali was made without meat, but this version adds a new level of nutrition and flavor depth. Eggplants provide softness and a slightly smoky note, carrots add sweetness, while juicy tomatoes and sweet peppers create a rich aromatic sauce. Baked in layers in a thick-walled pot, the ingredients harmoniously unfold as they soak up spices and oil. The dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a festive feast. It is especially delicious when chilled, allowing all the flavors to fully blend together, creating a rich palette of culinary delights.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 481.3
• Proteins: 31.6g
• Fats: 19.4g
• Carbohydrates: 44.4g

Ingredients

• Eggplants: 5 pc
• Tomatoes: 5 pc
• Sweet pepper: 5 pc
• Onion: 3 pc
• Carrot: 5 pc
• Ground meat: 500 g

Cooking steps

1. Minced meat is fried with onions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground meat: 500 g
   • Onion: 3 pieces

2. Eggplants and carrots are being peeled. Peppers are cleaned of seeds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 5 piece
   • Carrot: 5 piece
   • Sweet pepper: 5 piece

3. Eggplants, peppers, tomatoes (you can peel the tomatoes if preferred) are cut into cubes, and the carrot is grated.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 5 piece
   • Sweet pepper: 5 piece
   • Tomatoes: 5 piece
   • Carrot: 5 piece

4. In a thick-walled dish, layers are laid out (each layer is drizzled with vegetable oil and salted): eggplants, minced meat, carrots, tomatoes, peppers (can be in several layers).

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 5 piece
   • Ground meat: 500 g
   • Carrot: 5 piece
   • Tomatoes: 5 piece
   • Sweet pepper: 5 piece

5. Cook on the stove under a lid for 20–25 minutes.