There are many beef-based dinner pies that are stuffed with carrots, peas, onions and gravy, but Higgidy offers a Moroccan Spiced Aubergine Pie that will satisfy consumers who are looking for a healthier, globally inspired interpretation of the classic meal.
As eggplant is often used as a meat replacement in a variety of recipes for its texture and ability to take on flavor, the Moroccan Spiced Aubergine Pie boasts 15% aubergine, as well as a filling of raisins, tomatoes, chickpeas and roasted red pepper. Although dinner pies are commonly seasoned with savory spices like thyme, oregano and sage, this version opts for a Moroccan-style combination of coriander, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper and cayenne instead.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Healthy Dinner Pies
- There is an opportunity to create more globally inspired and healthier versions of classic dinner pies by using innovative ingredients and spices.
- Meat Replacement
- There is a trend towards using eggplant as a meat replacement in various recipes due to its texture and flavor-absorbing capabilities.
- Global Flavor Combinations
- Moroccan-style spice combinations, such as coriander, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, and cayenne, can inspire new flavor profiles in diverse cuisines.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Food and Beverage
- The food and beverage industry can explore creating healthier dinner pies using innovative ingredients and global flavor combinations.
- Plant-based Meat Alternatives
- The plant-based meat alternative industry can capitalize on the trend of using eggplant as a meat replacement by developing new and innovative products.
- Spices and Seasonings
- The spices and seasonings industry can incorporate Moroccan-inspired spice combinations into their products to cater to the demand for global flavors.
