Eggplant and Pomegranate Stew with Beef or Lamb Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants
• 1 1/2 pounds beef or lamb stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
• 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups beef or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1/2 cup fresh pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper