Patlicanli Pilavi Recipe

Name: Patlicanli Pilavi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; Pinch of chili flakes or ground chili pepper (optional); Salt; 1 1/4 cups long-grain rice; 2 eggplants, weighing about 1 pound total, cut into 1-inch cubes; Olive oil or vegetable oil to fry the eggplants; 3 tablespoons chopped dill; 3 tablespoons chopped mint

Servings: persons

1 large onion, chopped
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon allspice
Pinch of chili flakes or ground chili pepper (optional)
Salt
1 1/4 cups long-grain rice
2 eggplants, weighing about 1 pound total, cut into 1-inch cubes
Olive oil or vegetable oil to fry the eggplants
3 tablespoons chopped dill
3 tablespoons chopped mint

1
In a large pan, fry the onion in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil till soft.
2
Add the tomatoes, sugar, allspice, and chili, and cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
3
Add 1 1/2 cups water, stir in some salt, and bring to the boil.
4
Add the rice, stir, and cook, covered, over low heat for about 20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid absorbed, adding a little water if it becomes too dry and begins to stick.
5
(The tomatoes provide some of the liquid.)
6
In the meantime, deep-fry the eggplants in oil to cover, turning them over once, until lightly browned.
7
Then drain on paper towels.
8
When the rice is done, gently fold in the dill and mint, the remaining raw oil, and the eggplants.
9
Cover and cook a few minutes more.
10
Serve cold.

422

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound tomatoes, peeled and chopped, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Patlicanli Pilavi falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Patlicanli Pilavi

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