Homemade Ajvar Recipe – A Rich and Flavorful Roasted Pepper Spread

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5. Grind the vegetables

Pass the peppers and eggplants through a meat grinder, or pulse them in a food processor.

For rustic ajvar, leave the mixture slightly coarse. For a smoother spread, process it more finely, but avoid blending it into a thin liquid.

6. Begin cooking

Heat half of the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Add the ground pepper and eggplant mixture.

Cook uncovered over low to medium-low heat for 2–3 hours. Stir frequently with a sturdy wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula, scraping the bottom and sides