Eggplants for winter
Description
Winter preserve for homemade storage. I think you have already heard of the eggplant appetizer of the same name, which has an amazing tangy flavor. I adore it, as I do everything made from this purple vegetable, so I even put away a couple of jars of this dish for winter. And for everyone who respects eggplants as much as I do, I am sharing a recipe for winter eggplant preserves "Mother-in-law's Tongue" — an excellent option for those who like a bit of heat. The preparation principle is very simple: we mix all the vegetables, add a little zest, pack the salad into jars, and enjoy it all winter long. It will look great even on a holiday table, and I am sure your guests will enjoy eating it. So add this simple winter eggplant recipe "Mother-in-law's Tongue" to your list of must-make preserves, and you will not regret it.
Instructions
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Step 1
To start, wash the eggplants and cut off their stems.
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Step 2
Slice them into rings.
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Step 3
Place the eggplants in a deep bowl and generously sprinkle with coarse non-iodized salt; mix everything together and let sit for half an hour. This is done so the bitterness leaves the eggplants. When the time is up, rinse the eggplant slices under cold water.
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Step 4
Remove the stems and seeds from the bell peppers and hot peppers, wash them thoroughly, and cut them into pieces.
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Step 5
Peel the garlic.
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Step 6
To remove the skin from the tomatoes, pour boiling water over them for one minute, then place them in cold water for 2–3 minutes. The skin should now peel off easily.
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Step 7
Next, pass the bell and hot peppers, garlic, and tomatoes through a meat grinder; you will get a vegetable purée.
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Step 8
Transfer it to a pot and place over heat. Add vegetable oil, vinegar, salt, and sugar; stir to combine.
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Step 9
When the purée comes to a boil, add the eggplant and simmer everything for about half an hour over low heat.
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Step 10
Sterilize the jars using any method convenient for you, pack in the prepared "Mother-in-Law's Tongue," and seal with lids.
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Step 11
Turn the jars upside down, wrap them in something warm, and leave until completely cooled. Store this preserve in a cool place.