Mirza Ghasemi (Caspian Gilan Smoky Charred Eggplant, Garlic, Tomato & Egg Skillet) – Authentic Iran Recipe
From northern Iran’s lush Gilan province: intensely smoky eggplant and garlic simmered with sweet tomatoes and eggs.
- Country of Origin
- 🇮🇷 Iran (Middle East, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Smoky fire-roasted purple eggplants mashed, Ripe plum tomatoes, Softly cooked farm eggs and flatbread, 6 cloves crushed garlic, Turmeric
Ingredients for Mirza Ghasemi (Caspian Gilan Smoky Charred Eggplant, Garlic, Tomato & Egg Skillet) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) smoky fire-roasted purple eggplants mashed, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups ripe plum tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup softly cooked farm eggs and flatbread
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with 6 cloves crushed garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Iran seasoning (turmeric, black pepper, olive oil/butter)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and 6 cloves crushed garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add smoky fire-roasted purple eggplants mashed and ripe plum tomatoes along with turmeric, black pepper, olive oil/butter, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with softly cooked farm eggs and flatbread and serve straight from the skillet.