Sultan’s Dish (Turkish Sultan’s Dish) – Ingredients and Preparation Method

Sultan’s Dish (Turkish Sultan’s Dish) – Ingredients and Preparation Method

The Turkish Sultan’s Dish is one of the most famous and popular dishes in Turkish cuisine, often served at large feasts and celebrations.

Here’s the recipe and preparation method for the Turkish Sultan’s Dish.

Ingredients for the Turkish Sultan’s Dish

Meat Ingredients:

• 500 grams of meat, cut into medium-sized pieces
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons of crushed garlic
• 6 small tablespoons of olive oil
• ½ tablespoon of salt and black pepper

Tomato Sauce Ingredients:

• 8 tomatoes, finely chopped
• ½ tablespoon of garlic powder, thyme, and tomato paste dissolved in ½ cup of water
• ½ teaspoon of salt and black pepper
• ¼ cup of water

Creamy Eggplant Ingredients:

• ½ a pack of cooking cream
• 1 eggplant, washed
• 4 small tablespoons of butter
• ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, black pepper, and salt
• 2 small tablespoons of white flour
• 1 bunch of parsley, chopped

Preparation Method for the Turkish Sultan’s Dish

1. Prepare the Eggplant:

   • Make slits in the eggplant and cover it with aluminum foil. Place it on a baking sheet and bake it in the oven at a moderate temperature for about 20 minutes until it turns golden.
   • Remove the eggplant from the oven and let it cool. Once cooled, scoop out the flesh using a large spoon.

2. Prepare the Tomato Sauce:

   • In a pot, place the tomatoes and water over heat, stirring continuously. Let it cook for about 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
   • Add the black pepper, tomato paste, salt, and garlic powder. Stir the mixture well, then remove it from the heat and set it aside.

3. Cook the Meat:

   • In a separate pot, heat the olive oil and add the onions, salt, garlic, black pepper, and meat. Stir for 5 minutes.
   • Add thyme and the tomato sauce to the pot. Mix everything well, cover, and let it simmer on low heat for 40 minutes.

4. Prepare the Creamy Eggplant:

   • In a new pot, melt the butter and add the eggplant flesh along with salt, flour, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix these ingredients thoroughly.
   • Add the cooking cream, cover, and let it cook for 5 minutes.

5. Assembling the Dish:

   • Remove the eggplant mixture from the heat and pour it into a serving dish, creating a well in the center.
   • Place the tomato and meat mixture in the well, and garnish the dish with chopped parsley.

Your Turkish Sultan’s Dish is now ready to serve. Enjoy!