Mirza Ghassemi

Mirza Ghassemi or Mirza Qassemi (Persian: میرزاقاسمی) is an Iranian appetizer or main based on tandoori or grilled aubergine (eggplant), distinct to the Northern Iran and Caspian Sea region (specifically Gilan province). It is known as Persian Eggplant Dip in Western countries.[1]

Mirza Ghassemi
CourseHors d'oeuvre
Place of originIran
Region or stateNorthern Iran (Gilan)
Main ingredientsAubergine (Eggplant), garlic, tomato, turmeric, oil or butter, salt, pepper, eggs
VariationsKadoo-Qasemi

The dish consists of aubergines seasoned with garlic, tomato, turmeric, oil or butter, salt and pepper bound together with eggs.[2] It can be prepared as a casserole dish,[2] and is usually served with bread or rice. The variant made with zucchini instead of aubergine is called Kadoo Ghasemi.

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References

  1. "Mirza Ghasemi, the recipe of one of my favorite dishes from Iran". Chasing The Unexpected. Retrieved 2016-03-26.
  2. Ramazani, N. (1974). Persian Cooking: A Table of Exotic Delights. Iranbooks. p. 85. ISBN 978-0-936347-77-6.


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