Berenjenas con miel

Berenjenas con miel, which translates as eggplants with honey, is one of the most popular dishes in Córdoba, and it is also found in other parts of Andalusia. The dish consists of slices or strips of eggplant that are battered and fried, and traditionally come served drizzled with honey and sprinkled with sesame seeds. In Córdoba, the dish is usually served with thick and dark molasses, known as miel de caña. Because of the unusual combination of sweet and savory flavors, the origin of the dish is associated with Moorish influences in the region. Berenjenas con miel is usually served as tapas, but it can also be enjoyed as a side dish with salmorejo and gazpacho—two popular tomato-based soups that are traditionally served cold.