Minorcan-style Stuffed Eggplant Rolls (Rollos de Berenjena Rellenos al Estilo Menorquín)

This recipe for Rollos de Berenjena Rellenos al Estilo Menorquín (Minorcan-style Stuffed Eggplant Rolls) is a delicious and traditional dish from the Spanish island of Menorca. It features tender eggplant slices filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, vegetables, and aromatic spices, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This dish is a perfect representation of the unique and flavorful Minorcan cuisine.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Minorcan Spanish Cuisine Eggplant Recipe Stuffed Rolls
Minorcan-style Stuffed Eggplant Rolls (Rollos de Berenjena Rellenos al Estilo Menorquín)

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for 15 minutes to release excess moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened. Add the tomato, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked meat to the skillet and mix well with the vegetable mixture. Remove from heat.
  6. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each eggplant slice and roll it up. Place the rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
  7. Pour the tomato sauce over the eggplant rolls. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Uncover the dish and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the eggplant is tender.
  9. Serve the Rollos de Berenjena Rellenos al Estilo Menorquín hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
18g
Fat
16g
Fiber
7g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Skillet Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rollos de Berenjena Rellenos al Estilo Menorquín with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground meat with cooked lentils or chickpeas.

Cost

$15