Tepsi baytinijan | |
Country: | Iraq |
Region: | Iraq |
Type: | Casserole |
Main Ingredient: | Eggplants, meatballs, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, garlic |
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]
Like many other Iraqi dishes, it is usually served with rice, along with salad and pickles.