Hünkar Beğendi (Sultan’s Delight)
Hünkar Beğendi, also known as Sultan’s Delight, is a delectable Turkish dish that brings together succulent lamb chops and a creamy smoked eggplant purée. This recipe offers a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will elevate any dining experience, making it an ideal choice for both intimate family dinners and grand celebrations. With its rich taste and elegant presentation, Hünkar Beğendi is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your culinary cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lamb chops
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut eggplants in half, drizzle with olive oil, and place cut side down on a baking sheet. Roast for about 30 minutes until soft.
- Season lamb chops with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in tomato paste for an additional minute.
- Add vegetable broth to the skillet and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Scoop roasted eggplant flesh into a food processor; blend with butter and milk until smooth.
- Serve by placing purée on plates and topping with lamb chops drizzled in sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 486
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg