Tepsi baytinijan (Arabic: تبسي بيتنجان, lit. 'eggplant platter') is a popular Iraqi casserole dish[1] consisting of eggplants, which are sliced and fried before placing in a baking dish, accompanied with meatballs, tomatoes, onions and garlic.[2] Potato slices are placed on top of the mixture, and the dish is baked.[3]
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| Alternative names | Tepsi, Tebsi |
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| Type | Casserole |
| Course | Main dish, side dish |
| Place of origin |  Iraq |
| Region or state | Iraq |
| Associated cuisine | Iraqi cuisine |
| Created by | Iraqis |
| Main ingredients | Eggplants, meatballs, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, garlic |
Like many other Iraqi dishes, it is usually served with rice, along with salad and pickles.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Traditional Iraqi 'casserole'- Tepsi Baytinijan Recipe | Recipezaar
- ^ The Iraqi Family Cookbook. Kay Karim. 2012. 295 pag. ISBN 0781812887, ISBN 978-0781812887
- ^ Al-Rafidayn - Tepsi Baytinijan Archived October 3, 2008, at the Wayback Machine
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