High-protein one-pan beef and aubergine

High-protein one-pan beef and aubergine with beef mince, aubergine and tomato purée. A dinner from the pan with beef and aubergine.
At a glance
- Serves 2
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cooking time: 20 min
- Total time: 30 min
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
- Protein: 38 g
- Fat: 28 g
- Carbs: 12 g
Ingredients
- 350g beef mince
- 1 aubergine
- 1 onion
- 3 tbsp tomato purée
- 150ml water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
Method
You’ll need: frying pan · chopping board · knife · wooden spoon
- Wash the aubergine and cut it into large cubes. Peel the onion and chop it finely.
- Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan and fry the mince with the onion until browned and crumbly.
- Add the aubergine cubes and fry them for about 5 minutes, until they soften and take on a little colour.
- Stir in the tomato purée and cumin, toast both briefly, then deglaze with the water.
- Simmer everything over a low heat for 10 minutes, until the aubergine is soft and the sauce has thickened.
Good to know
A hearty meal after sport doesn't have to be complicated. This pan combines spiced meat with soft aubergine and is on the table in no time.
Swaps
Beef mince → turkey mince (for a milder, paler alternative).
Cooking tips
If the meat releases too much liquid while browning, pour it off quickly so the mince can really fry rather than just stew.
Storage
This meat pan keeps easily in the fridge for three days, which makes it ideal for meal prep.
Allergens
Completely lactose-free, gluten-free and nut-free.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a beef and aubergine pan-fry keep in the fridge?
This meat pan keeps easily in the fridge for three days, which makes it ideal for meal prep.
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