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Bulgarian · Dip

Kyopolu

Кьопоолу

Bulgarian roasted eggplant and pepper spread

Wine & oil daysPrep 15 minCook 40 minServes 6
When to eat it. Made with oil. Keep it for days when wine and oil are allowed, like weekends in Lent and most of the Nativity Fast.

Ingredients

Method

  1. Roast the eggplants and peppers until charred and soft. Peel.
  2. Chop everything finely.
  3. Mix with the tomatoes, garlic, oil and vinegar.
  4. Season and add parsley.

Tip. Serve with warm bread and a glass of wine on oil and wine days.

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