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Ajvar

Ajvar is a flavorful Balkan spread made from roasted red bell peppers and eggplants, perfect for serving as a dip or spread.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: Balkan, Mediterranean
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 large red bell peppers
  • 2 medium eggplants
  • 3 cloves garlic
Seasoning and oil
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method
 

Roasting Vegetables
  1. Roast the red peppers and eggplants over an open flame or in the oven until charred.
  2. Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for about 30 minutes.
  3. Peel off the skins and remove the seeds from the peppers.
Blending
  1. In a blender or food processor, blend the roasted vegetables with garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth but still slightly chunky.
  2. Transfer to a bowl and serve as a dip, spread, or appetizer.

Notes

Make sure to roast the vegetables until they are properly charred to enhance the flavor. Adjust the seasoning to your taste. Ajvar can be served in various ways, such as a dip with pita bread or as a spread on sandwiches.