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Ali Nazik

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Ali Nazik

Ali Nazik, the legendary dish of Gaziantep cuisine, is served on a velvety base of charred aubergine combined with garlic yoghurt, topped with lamb sautéed in butter and finished with a butter and chilli flake sauce.

Duration70 minsDifficultyMediumServings4kcal385

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Nutrition

per serving

385kcal
27 g
Protein
13 g
Carbohydrates
24 g
Fat
4 gFibre
4 Servings
Whole recipe1,540 kcal

Ingredients

4 Servings

Preparation

  1. Char in a preheated oven at 220°C for 35-40 minutes, until the skins are completely blackened and the insides are tender.

    Prick the aubergines in several places with a fork. Place them on a baking tray.

  2. Whisk until smooth.

    While the aubergines are charring, place the strained yoghurt in a bowl. Finely chop 2 cloves of garlic and add them. Season with salt and lemon juice and mix.

  3. Approximately 8-10 minutes, until the meat has released and reabsorbed its juices.

    Heat the olive oil in a wide pan. Add the lamb cubes and sauté over high heat until browned on all sides.

  4. Cook, stirring, until the paste has caramelised.

    Add the tomato paste and sauté with the meat for a further 2 minutes. Season with black pepper and remove from the heat.

  5. Leave until the aubergines are cool enough to handle.

    Remove the charred aubergines from the oven and leave to rest for 10 minutes. Peel off the skins and mash the flesh with a fork until smooth.

  6. Aim for a smooth, velvety consistency.

    Add the remaining 2 cloves of chopped garlic and half of the yoghurt mixture to the aubergine purée and stir well.

  7. The aubergine base should be spread to the centre of the plate, with the meat distributed evenly over the top.

    Spread the aubergine and yoghurt mixture over a serving plate. Arrange the sautéed lamb on top.

  8. Until the butter is foaming and the chilli flakes are fragrant, taking care not to burn them.

    Melt the butter in a small pan. Add the chilli flakes and sauté for 30 seconds. Drizzle this sauce over the dish.

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