Roasted aubergine gives kyopolou its soft body, and sweet peppers bring colour and a smoky sweetness. This version is chopped by hand with raw garlic and parsley, leaving enough texture to spread generously on bread. Drain the vegetables before mixing so their flavour stays concentrated.
Kyopolou
Bulgarian roasted aubergine and pepper spread
Roast, peel, and drain the vegetables before chopping them into a textured Bulgarian spread.
TypeCondiments
Prep15 minutes
Cook35 minutes
Rest20 minutes
Total70 minutes
YieldAbout 600 g
Servings6
ServingAbout 100 g
DifficultyEasy
CuisineBulgarian
Ingredients
Batch
Instructions
Serving Ideas
- Spread on bread and serve with Bulgarian white brined cheese and sliced tomatoes.
Substitutions
- Green peppers make a less sweet variation. Reduce the vinegar if the tomato is especially tart.
Chef Tips
- Peel the peppers without rinsing them under the tap; rinsing washes away some of the roasted flavour.
Storage
Refrigerate covered within 2 hours at 4°C or below and use within 3 days. This fresh spread is not a canning recipe.
Allergen Notes
Vinegar may contain sulphites.
Reference
Recipe context: Jewish Food Society — Kyopolou family variations.