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Armenian Eggplant Salad

Cultural Context

Armenian Eggplant Salad, known locally as 'Moutabal', hails from the rich culinary traditions of Armenia and the broader Middle East. This dish showcases the eggplant, a staple ingredient, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. It reflects the region's love for vibrant flavors and communal dining. Today, variations of this salad can be found in many countries, each adding their unique twist, making it a beloved dish across cultures.

ArmenianAMside
50 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 medium eggplants
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 small red onion
1 medium tomato
3 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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pomegranate seeds

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olive oil

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garlic

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1

Put the eggplant and red pepper in the oven at 200°C for 20 minutes.

2

Peel the eggplant with a knife after roasting.

3

Peel the red pepper and slice it with a knife.

4

Put the eggplant in a bowl.

5

Add the sliced red pepper to the bowl.

6

Mix the eggplant and red pepper together.

7

Add sliced red onion to the bowl.

8

Mix together again.

9

Add sliced tomato to the bowl.

10

Mix together again.

11

Add sliced garlic to the bowl.

12

Finish with lemon juice and salt.

13

Mix all together.

Cooking Techniques

roastingblending

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking sheetmixing bowlblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Baba GhanoushEggplant Moutabal

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