Because of a Middle Eastern influence on the cuisine of southern Yugoslavia, eggplant and rice dishes comprise a large part of the diet.

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The cuisine of the Balkans, including southern Yugoslavia (now Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo, etc.), has been influenced by Middle Eastern cuisine due to historical interactions, including the Ottoman Empire's rule, leading to the incorporation of dishes like eggplant and rice into their diet.

Because of a Middle Eastern Influence on the Cuisine of Southern