Lebanese Makdous (Stuffed Pickled Eggplant) | DelishGlobe

Lebanese Makdous (Stuffed Pickled Eggplant) | DelishGlobe

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Makdous, or stuffed pickled eggplant, is a traditional Lebanese dish that captures the heart of Middle Eastern preservation techniques and bold, flavourful cuis

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Ingredients

  • 8 small baby eggplants (about 8-10 cm long)
  • 2 tbsp salt (for brining)
  • 1 1/2 cups walnuts (finely chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup olive oil (plus more for preserving)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander (optional)
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • Salt to taste

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