Karnıyarık
Turkish stuffed eggplant and meat dish
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Karnıyarık (lit. 'riven belly') is a Turkish dish[1] of eggplant stuffed with a mix of sautéed chopped onions, garlic, black pepper, tomatoes, optional green pepper, parsley, and ground meat.[2][3]
Place of originTurkey
Variationsİmam bayıldı
| Place of origin | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Main ingredients | Eggplant, onions, garlic, black pepper, tomatoes, parsley and ground meat |
| Variations | İmam bayıldı |
It is similar to İmam bayıldı, which does not include meat[1][4] and is served at room temperature or warm.[5] The eggplant is traditionally fried, though it can also be roasted.[6]
The dish is often served with rice.[7]