Moroccan Stuffed Eggplant Aubergine Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants (aubergines)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 250 grams ground lamb or beef
• 1 cup cooked couscous
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon harissa paste (optional for heat)
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper