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Ajvar (Roasted Pepper and Eggplant Spread)

Ajvar is a traditional Balkan spread made from roasted peppers and eggplants with a deep, smoky flavor.

Best in season: Autumn
Time
1 h 20 min
Yield
5 jars
Difficulty
Medium
Updated
March 1, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Ajvar is a rich roasted pepper and eggplant spread popular in Balkan cuisine.

Ingredients

What you will need

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Before you start

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  • bell peppers
    2 kg
  • eggplants
    1 kg
  • garlic
    5 cloves
  • oil
    100 ml
  • salt
    1.5 tbsp
  • vinegar 9%
    50 ml
Step by step

How to make it

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Preparation path

This recipe has 5 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 80 min
1

Roast Vegetables

Roast peppers and eggplants until soft and slightly charred.

2

Peel

Remove skins and seeds.

3

Blend

Blend vegetables with garlic.

4

Cook Down

Simmer for 20–30 minutes until thick.

5

Jar

Transfer to sterilized jars and seal.

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