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Name: Authentic Hünkar beğendi Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Turkey
Ingredients: *For the Lamb Stew:**; 700g lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 large tomato, peeled and diced; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups hot water or beef stock; *For the Eggplant Puree (Beğendi):**; 3 large eggplants; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup whole milk, warmed; 1/2 cup grated Kashar cheese (or Gruyère/Mozzarella as a substitute); 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)