Eggplants filled with Ground Beef and Cheese

Ingredients

• Eggplant1 medium count (250 g)
• Ground Beef150 g
• Garlic1 clove (3 g)
• Onion1/4 count (38 g)
• Mozzarella Cheese2 slice (50 g)
• Oil1/2 tablespoon (5 ml)

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat the oven (or an air fryer) to 356 °F (180 °C)

2. 2

   Step 2

   Wash the eggplant and cut lengthways, as you can see in the image.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Place on a baking pan with the flesh looking up and slightly cut with a knife.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Bake for about 20 minutes until the flesh is soft.

5. 5

   Step 5

   At the same time, chop the onion and garlic.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the oil.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Add the onion with the garlic and a pinch of salt. Stir-fry for 5 minutes over medium heat or until the onion is transparent.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Then add the ground beef and cook until it has a brownish color.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Remove the eggplant from the oven, scoop out the flesh and add it to the filling mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Cook for 2 more minutes over medium heat.

11. 11

    Step 11

    Fill the eggplants with the filling and top with cheese.

12. 12

    Step 12

    Bake in the oven for 5 minutes, just long enough for the cheese to melt.

13. 13

    Step 13

    Remove from the oven and serve hot.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Eggplants filled with Ground Beef and Cheese can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.