Sabich Israeli Sandwich Recipe
Sabich is a traditional Israeli street food sandwich, stuffed with fried eggplant, hard-boiled eggs, fresh vegetables, tahini, and amba sauce, all wrapped in fluffy pita bread. Originating from the Iraqi Jewish community, it's a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- Frying pan
- Tongs
- Small pot
- Mixing bowls
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants sliced into rounds
- 4 pita breads
- 4 hard-boiled eggs sliced
- 1 cup cucumber chopped
- 1 cup tomato chopped
- ½ cup parsley chopped
- ½ cup tahini sauce
- ¼ cup amba sauce mango pickle sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pickled cucumbers optional
Instructions
Prepare the Eggplant:
- Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch rounds. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Place on paper towels to drain excess oil.2 large eggplants, 1 tablespoon olive oil
Boil the Eggs:
- In a small pot, boil the eggs for 10 minutes. Once cooked, cool them under cold water, peel, and slice them.4 hard-boiled eggs
Prepare the Vegetables:
- While the eggplant and eggs are cooking, chop the cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley. Season with a little salt and pepper.1 cup cucumber, 1 cup tomato, 1/2 cup parsley, Salt and pepper to taste
Assemble the Sabich:
- Warm the pita bread either in the oven or on a pan for a few minutes. Slice the top of the pita open to create a pocket. Layer the inside of each pita with a few slices of fried eggplant, hard-boiled egg slices, chopped vegetables, and parsley. Drizzle tahini sauce and amba sauce inside the pita. Add pickled cucumbers if using.4 pita breads, 1/2 cup tahini sauce, Pickled cucumbers, 1/4 cup amba sauce
Serve:
- Serve immediately while the eggplant is still warm and the sauces are fresh.
Notes
Sabich is very versatile, so you can adjust the fillings according to your taste. Some people like adding potatoes or pickled onions for extra flavor.
Amba sauce can be found in Middle Eastern grocery stores or substituted with a mild mango chutney.
If you prefer a lighter version, you can roast the eggplant in the oven instead of frying.
Amba sauce can be found in Middle Eastern grocery stores or substituted with a mild mango chutney.
If you prefer a lighter version, you can roast the eggplant in the oven instead of frying.
Nutrition
Calories: 334kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 187mgSodium: 374mgPotassium: 840mgFiber: 9gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1333IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 114mgIron: 3mg
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