Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

eggplant

1 unit

tomatoes

2 unit

garlic cloves

1 unit

onion

cubed

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

tomato paste

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

0.5 tsp

turmeric

0.06 tsp

liquid smoke

0.25 tsp

chili powder

3 unit

eggs

beaten

4 unit

flat bread

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Roast eggplant and garlic in the oven until soft.

Step 3
~3 min

Add tomatoes to the oven during the last 10 minutes of roasting.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 4
~3 min

Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 5
~3 min

Peel the eggplant, garlic, and tomatoes.

Step 6
~3 min

Mash the peeled vegetables together.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Add cubed onion to the pan and sauté until softened.

Step 9
~3 min

Add cinnamon, turmeric, and chili powder to the pan.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir in tomato paste and cook for a minute.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the mashed roasted vegetables to the pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook the mixture down, stirring occasionally.

Step 13
~3 min

Add a drop of liquid smoke for flavor.

Step 14
~3 min

Move the eggplant mixture to one side of the pan.

Step 15
~3 min

Crack the eggs into the empty side of the pan and cook halfway, scrambling slightly.

Step 16
~3 min

Stir the partially cooked eggs into the eggplant mixture.

Step 17
~3 min

Serve the Mirza Ghasemi with heated flatbread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roasting the eggplant over an open flame gives an even smokier flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your spice preference.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt for added creaminess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with fresh flatbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh herbs
Yogurt
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Iran

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in northern Iran, often served as a side or main course.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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