Gemista Melitzanes Me Rizi Kai Fytika (greek Style Stuffed Eggplants With Rice And Herbs)

Gemista Melitzanes me Rizi kai Fytika, or Greek Style Stuffed Eggplants with Rice and Herbs, is a delicious and comforting dish hailing from the beautiful Ionian Islands. This vegetarian recipe is bursting with Mediterranean flavors and is perfect for a hearty family meal or a gathering with friends.

Gemista Melitzanes Me Rizi Kai Fytika (greek Style Stuffed Eggplants With Rice And Herbs)

Ingredients

  • 4 small eggplants
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the eggplants and scoop out the flesh, leaving a sturdy shell. Chop the eggplant flesh and set aside.
  3. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  4. Add the chopped eggplant flesh and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the rice, diced tomatoes, parsley, and mint. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Carefully stuff the eggplant shells with the rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  7. Pour the vegetable broth into the baking dish around the stuffed eggplants.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the eggplants are tender and the rice is cooked.
  10. Serve the Gemista Melitzanes me Rizi kai Fytika hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
6g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Pan Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gemista Melitzanes me Rizi kai Fytika with a side of Greek salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese on top of the stuffed eggplants before serving.

Cost

$10