December 17, 2008
edit About Ajvar
Ajvar is made from roasted red peppers and eggplants that are combined to a thick paste or relish. Caramelized onions and garlic are often added, as is sugar and vinegar to aid in preservation. Known throughout the Balkans, ajvar is a traditional relish in Croatia, and is made in late fall when the pepper harvest is in full swing.
Other Names: Айвар (Ukrainian), Айвар (Russian), Ајвар (Serbian), Айвар (Bulgarian) All Translations
Edited by: Michael Natkin, amy pennington
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Ajvar (Cyrillic: Аjвар оr Айвар; pronunciation: ]) is relish made principally from red bell peppers, with eggplant, garlic and chili pepper. It is predominantly popular in the Balkans. Depending on capsaicin content in bell peppers and the amount of added chili peppers, it can be sweet, piquant (the most common), or very hot. Ajvar can be consumed as a bread spread, a condiment, or as a salad.
Barnaby Dorfman
Awesome! I hadn't heard of this before, when people ask me what my favorite food is, I say something new that I've never had. Thanks!