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Recipe of Eggplant with Walnut Filling

Recipe of Eggplant with Walnut Filling
Badrijani Nigvzit is a delightful Georgian dish that features eggplant rolls filled with a rich and flavorful walnut paste. It's a harmonious blend of savory and nutty flavors, often seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or a side, offering a taste of traditional Georgian cuisine.
4 Servings
40 min Preparation
Intermediate
Appetizer

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants
  • 1 cup walnuts, finely ground
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground fenugreek
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Pomegranate seeds for garnish (optional)

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Step 2
  • Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for about 15 minutes to release any excess moisture. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Step 3
  • Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the eggplant slices until they are soft and golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Step 4
  • In a bowl, mix together the ground walnuts, minced garlic, cilantro, parsley, ground coriander, ground fenugreek, salt, and pepper to create the walnut paste.
  • Step 5
  • Take an eggplant slice, place a spoonful of the walnut mixture on one end, and roll it up. Repeat with the remaining slices.
  • Step 6
  • Arrange the eggplant rolls on a serving platter, seam side down.
  • Step 7
  • Garnish with pomegranate seeds if desired.
  • Step 8
  • Serve the Badrijani Nigvzit as an appetizer or side dish. Enjoy your Georgian culinary creation!

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