Looking to expand your pantry with something truly unique and delicious? In this video, I show you how to make and can Ajvar, a smoky roasted red pepper and eggplant relish loved across the Balkans and often called “Balkan caviar.” Whether you enjoy it as a spread, a dip, a relish, or even stirred into sauces, this versatile recipe will become a must-have in your kitchen.
I’ll walk you through the Ball-tested canning recipe step by step, share tips for adjusting ingredients when certain peppers aren’t available, and even discuss variations of Ajvar from different regions. Plus, I’ll sprinkle in some canning know-how to ensure your jars are safe and shelf-stable.
This video is part of the Canuary 2025 collaboration hosted by Suttons Daze and sponsored by Suttons Dae and ForJar.e.
If you love international flavors and the art of canning, this is the perfect recipe to try. And don’t forget to check out my other channel, Prepper Potpourri Escapes, where I take you on road trips, cruises, and international adventures.
📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
• How to make the classic roasted red pepper and eggplant Ajvar
• Tips for substituting ingredients while staying true to the recipe
• Step-by-step canning instructions to safely preserve Ajvar
• Creative ways to use Ajvar in your meals
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Very different recipe. Thank you for sharing!!
Thanks for being part of Canuary and for sharing this recipe! It looks good
Thanks for being a part of Canuary! Loving all the canning videos!
Mmmm! Sounds yummy!
Interesting recipe. Thank you for participating in Canuary with the lovely Leisa and Forjars x
I like the yellow peppers, I won't confuse it with my chili relish! LOL Thank you for sharing.
This is right up mom's alley since she loves eggplant.🍆 PS: thanks for telling us about those rings 🫑
Mary Ellen…I had a similar appetizer and did not have any idea what it was. I'm so excited to make this. Ty ty ty❤
Ohhhh, that would be so good over chicken! My husband loves different spreads. This would be great on so many things, like you said. Thank you! Happy Canuary January! Toodles!
My family would love this. I may try it even though I’ve hated eggplant my whole life. Maybe the peppers and spices will coverup of the flavor of the eggplant. My family loves eggplant so I cook it for them.
Thanks for participating in Canuary.
I did a double take! A friend of mine recommended I try growing Ajvarski red peppers in my garden, and I’ve found them to be very sweet and delicious. Thank you for offering this canning selection!
Thank you for bringing such a unique recipe to Canuary. It looks very tasty.
YUMM! My mother in law will love this, thanks for sharing!
Would make great gifts to world travellers who may have tasted this! Thanks for the inspiration and thanks also to Leisa and ForJars!
Ohhhhh…. Can’t wait to make this….my daughter is always making charcuterie boards and would love this.
I love that Canuary 2025 is stretching my comfort zone. It's always so easy to thumb through recipe books. I would have passed up this one very quickly. I'm so glad I got to watch your video. It's certainly worth considering processing egg plant for my canning shelves.
Thank you for sharing. Happy Canuary 2025!
I really hate to dislike any food, but eggplant is one of those. Maybe if i try it like this, i can take it off my 'won't eat' list. Blessings 💜🙏💜
That has to be the best oven glove/mit I've ever seen!!!
This is a fantastic recipe and a great use for the eggplant from the garden. I would have never thought of a spread with eggplant. Wonderful! Thanks for posting this.
What an original idea and recipe thank you 🎉
Thank you for this wonderful recipe!!! I love how informative you are with your video, it make canning new things more do able.
Wow…this looks so amazing! Love that you always share so much information in your videos!!
Nice!
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Thanks for sharing and helping me to expand my thoughts in trying new things
Looks so yummy! Will definitely have to try this!❤
Will definitely try. Something new to do with garden produce
Sounds good.
Interesting!