Fetteh with Fried Eggplant, Potatos and Shredded Chicken

Fetteh is a delightful Middle Eastern dish that combines layers of flavors and textures. In this recipe, fried eggplant, crispy potatoes, and shredded chicken are combined with chickpeas and a creamy yogurt sauce, making a hearty, savory dish that's perfect for any occasion. The addition of toasted almonds and fresh parsley as garnish brings a delightful crunch and freshness to each bite.

Ingredients

🫓 3 pita breads
🍗 1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
🥫 1 can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
🥔 2 potatoes
🍆 1/2 large eggplant

🥛 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
🌿 1 tablespoon tahini
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, minced
🍋 Juice of half a lemon
🌶️ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

🌿 Chopped parsley
🥜 Toasted almonds

Instructions

1- Prep the Ingredients:

• Dice the potatoes and eggplant into small cubes.
• Slice the pita bread into small squares.

2- Cook the Chicken:

• If not already cooked, boil the chicken breast with your choice of spices until tender. Shred the chicken once cooked.

3- Fry the Ingredients:

• Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Fry the pita bread pieces until crispy and golden. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
• In the same oil, fry the diced potatoes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain.
• Fry the eggplant pieces until they are soft and golden. Remove and drain.

4- Prepare the Yogurt Sauce:

• In a bowl, mix the yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.

5- Toast the Almonds:

• In a dry pan, toast the almonds over medium-low heat until they are golden brown. Set aside.

6- Assemble the Fetteh:

• In a large serving bowl, layer the fried pita bread at the bottom.
• Top with shredded chicken, chickpeas, fried potatoes, and eggplant.
• Drizzle the yogurt sauce generously over the top.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and toasted almonds.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 450 per serving
Proteins: 18g per serving
Fats: 22g per serving
Carbohydrates: 50g per serving
Equipment: Frying pan, large bowl, knife, cutting board

Cooking Tips:

• To ensure the pita stays crispy, fry it just before assembling the dish.
• Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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