Rich Charred Eggplant and Pepper Mix - Hearty Balkan Zacusca - Yummy Gusto

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of onions, finely chopped
• 4½ pounds of red bell peppers or capia peppers, grilled until blackened
• 4½ pounds of pimento peppers, grilled until their skins are fully charred
• 5½ pounds of eggplants, grilled until soft and blackened
• 6 cups of thick tomato sauce
• 3 cups of neutral vegetable oil
• 5 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons of freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons of salt, or adjust to your liking