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Mirza ghasemi
Prick the aubergines and char them whole over a gas flame, turning with tongs, until the skin is black all over and the flesh is collapsing, 12 to 15 minutes. Or grill them 25 minutes under the hottest oven grill, turning.
Tip: They are done when a knife meets no resistance anywhere.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Mirza ghasemi take?
1 hr 5 min all in — 15 min prep, 50 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Eggs, Wheat. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Oven, Baking tray.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Fresh tomatoes → A 400 g tin of chopped tomatoes. Fine out of season. Cook it down a little longer.
What should I watch for?
Golden garlic, not brown. Burnt garlic ruins the dish.
Any tips from this recipe?
Use more garlic than feels sensible. It mellows in the cooking, and Gilanis would use double. Good served cold the next day as a dip.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Good served cold the next day as a dip.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.