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26 June 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

A Balkan autumn classic, ajvar is made by slowly cooking roasted red bell peppers and eggplant into a thick spread. Serve it on bread or as a side. It can also be stored in jars for winter.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Chop the vegetables

15 min

Finely chop the peeled roasted peppers and eggplant, or pulse them briefly in a blender.

2

Cook the garlic

2 min

Cook the garlic in some of the olive oil over medium heat for 1 minute, then add the chopped vegetables.

3

Cook the spread

35 min

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for 30–35 minutes, until all the water has evaporated and the mixture becomes a thick spread.

4

Season

3 min

Add the vinegar, remaining olive oil, and salt. Stir to combine.

5

Serve

Let cool and serve with bread.

Reminder

Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. Filling a sterilized jar while the spread is hot may extend its shelf life.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
140 kcalCalories
2 gProtein
10 gCarbohydrate
11 gFat
3 gFiber
6 gSugar
320 mgSodium
1.5 gSaturated Fat
Protein 5% Carbohydrate 27% Fat 67%
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