Balkan · North Macedonia

Grilled Bell Pepper and Eggplant Spread with Smoked Paprika

Name: Grilled Bell Pepper and Eggplant Spread with Smoked Paprika
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Balkan
Ingredients: 4 large red bell peppers; 2 large eggplants; 3 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

A variation of ajvar with a smoky flavor from grilled peppers and eggplants.

45 minutes6 servings

Method

Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan to high heat. Place peppers and eggplants on the grill and cook until charred on all sides, about 10-12 minutes per side.
Peel the peppers and eggplants, then puree them in a food processor until smooth.
Add minced garlic, olive oil, salt, smoked paprika, and cumin. Process until well combined.
Transfer to a jar and let cool. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Balkan Smoked Vegetarian Grilled Vegetables North Macedonia recipes

Read in another language

More Balkan recipes →