Eggplant Imam, otherwise known as stuffed eggplant, is a dish that is common in the Middle East. The ingredients that are stuffed into the eggplant tend to include garlic gloves, onions and mint, making it a dish with a robust flavours profile. The richness of stuffed eggplants tends to call for something lighter as the side dish, including a simple salad with a vibrant dressing such as lemon vinaigrette.