Makdous
Makdous are pickled baby eggplants, stuffed with an aromatic mixture of walnuts, garlic, and chili – a true delight for breakfast or as a side dish.
⏱ 60 min
👨🍳 easy
🍽 8 servings
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Ingredients
- 500 g Baby eggplants
- 100 g Walnuts
- 6 Zehen Garlic
- 2 EL Chili flakes
- 200 ml Olive oil
- 1 EL Salt
- 1 TL Cumin
- 1/2 TL Citric acid
Instructions
- Wash the baby eggplants, remove the stems, and make a small slit lengthwise. Boil in a large pot of salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender but still firm.
- Drain the cooked eggplants, gently squeeze to remove excess water, and let them cool completely, making sure they retain their shape.
- Meanwhile, chop the walnuts, press the garlic, and mix with chili flakes, cumin, and citric acid. Add a pinch of salt.
- Carefully stuff the cooled eggplants with the walnut and garlic mixture. Ensure the filling is well distributed.
- Tightly pack the stuffed eggplants into sterilized jars. Fill with olive oil until all eggplants are completely submerged. Carefully remove any air bubbles.
- Seal the jars tightly and let them rest in a cool, dark place for at least one week to allow the flavors to develop. Refrigerate after opening.
Nutrition
250 kcal ·
5g Protein ·
10g Carbs ·
20g Fat