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Nazkhatoon with green pepper

Nazkhatoon Recipe: Quick & Easy Iranian Eggplant Pickle

Learn how to make Nazkhatoon, a traditional Iranian eggplant pickle. Quick, easy, and perfect to serve with meals or parties. High fiber and healthy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Persian (Iranian)
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Eggplant: 1 Kg
  • Basil and mint: 150 grams
  • Water: 1 glass
  • Garlic: 6 cloves
  • Green pepper: as needed
  • Salt: 1 spoon
  • Optional: Black pepper or chili for extra spice

Method
 

  1. Step 1:
  2. Wash and dry eggplants completely, then grill until the inside is soft. Let it rest in a closed container for 5 minutes, then peel and cool.
  3. Step 2:
  4. Wash and dry fresh basil and mint leaves, chop them with garlic and green pepper. Adjust the amount of pepper to taste.
  5. Step 3:
  6. Place eggplant and chopped herbs in a jar, add salt and optional spices, mix well, close tightly. Can be used after 1 day.