Badrijani nigvzit

Badrijani Nigvzit: Georgian stuffed eggplants

Badrijani Nigvzit is a magnificent Georgian dish made of stuffed eggplants that are then marinated in a flavorful sauce. This dish has a rich taste and aroma that will not leave you indifferent. Try our recipe and delight your loved ones with this exquisite Georgian delight!

Recipe for Badrijani Nigvzit:

Ingredients:

• 6 medium eggplants
• 100g walnuts
• 3 cloves of garlic
• Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt to taste

Cooking Steps:

1. Preparing the eggplants:

   • Wash the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise.
   • Make grid-like cuts on each half without cutting through the skin.
   • Salt the eggplants on both sides and leave for 30 minutes, then rinse well and pat dry with paper towels.

2. Preparing the filling:

   • Finely chop the walnuts.
   • Chop the garlic.
   • Finely chop the fresh herbs.

3. Stuffing the eggplants:

   • Spread the mixture of walnuts, garlic, and herbs evenly on the eggplant halves.
   • Close the eggplant halves to form whole pieces.

4. Making the sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, and the remaining garlic.
   • Pour the stuffed eggplants with the sauce.

5. Marinating and baking:

   • Place the eggplants in a baking dish.
   • Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 30-40 minutes until the eggplants are soft and golden.

6. Serving:

   • Serve the ready Badrijani Nigvzit hot, garnished with herbs.

Tips and recommendations:

• When serving, you can sprinkle Badrijani Nigvzit with walnuts and fresh herbs.
• Marinated eggplants can be stored in the refrigerator and retain their flavor for several days.
• For a richer filling taste, you can add a little cilantro.

In conclusion:

Badrijani Nigvzit is an amazingly delicious and aromatic dish that will delight all lovers of Georgian cuisine. Prepare this dish following our recipe and enjoy the superb taste of this authentic Georgian delight!