Ajvar

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Bell peppers (preferably red)
• Some Cayenne peppers for more spice (if desired)
• 1 Medium sized Eggplant
• 4 cloves Garlic (chopped)
• 1/4 cup Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon White wine vingegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1
   Heat a grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates. Poke several holes in the skin of the eggplant with a fork. Set the eggplant and the peppers onto the grill. Grill them for 30 minutes, flipping occasionally.
2. 2
   Remove the eggplant & peppers from the grill and set them in a bowl. Cover them with a towel and let them steam.
3. 3
   Once they have cooled, peel off the pepper skins and discard them. Scoop out the eggplant and discard the skin & stem.
4. 4
   Place the peppers, eggplant, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, chili flakes, salt, and pepper into a food processor and blend until your desired consistency is reached.
5. 5
   Pour the eggplant mixture into a pan and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Add further salt & pepper to taste.
6. 6
   Use as a sauce for the dishes of your choice.