Hünkar beğendi is a traditional dish consisting of a flavorful lamb stew that is served on top of a creamy roasted eggplant purée. The purée is often thickened with milk and cheese, while the whole dish is sometimes topped with a tomato-based sauce or garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
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This recipe adapted from the gastronomy book Turkish Cuisine With Timeless Recipes shows the traditional preparation of hünkar beğendi.