Merenza Assada

Ingredients

• •1 pound ground beef
• •1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• •1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •2 large eggplants
• •4 tomatoes, diced
• •1 onion, chopped
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 teaspoon paprika
• •1 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Cut the eggplants in half and score the flesh. Drizzle with olive oil and roast in the oven for 30-40 minutes until soft.

3. 3

   While the eggplants are roasting, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl until well combined.

4. 4

   Form the meat mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

5. 5

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove the meatballs and set aside. In the same skillet, add onions and garlic, cooking until soft.

7. 7

   Once the eggplants are roasted, scoop out the flesh and add it to the skillet along with the diced tomatoes and the meatballs.

8. 8

   Simmer everything together for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning as needed.