By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
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8 matchesDishes from other countries' kitchens, made from the same core ingredients as Kashke Bademjan (Eggplant Dip with Whey). The percentage is the share of ingredients the two recipes have in common.
Crispy Greek Eggplant FrittersIn Greece · same ingredients56%
MaghmourIn Lebanon · same ingredients53%
MsakaaIn Lebanon · same ingredients53%
A rich, creamy eggplant appetizer topped with caramelized onions, garlic, and dried mint. This iconic Persian dip is known for its deep, savory flavor profile.
According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Kashke Bademjan from another cuisine is Crispy Greek Eggplant Fritters (Greece): the two share 56% of their ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1
Peel 4 eggplants, slice them into thick strips, sprinkle with 10 g salt, and let sit for 20 minutes to draw out bitterness.
- 2
Pat the eggplants dry and fry them in batches in 120 ml olive oil, adding the oil gradually as the pan dries, until golden and soft. Drain, then mash coarsely with a fork.
- 3
In a separate small pan, fry 2 thinly sliced onions in the remaining 30 ml olive oil until caramelized and crispy brown. Set aside a quarter of the onions for the topping.
- 4
Add 6 cloves of minced garlic to the onions and fry for 1 minute until aromatic, then stir in 1 tsp turmeric.
- 5
Add the mashed eggplant to the remaining onion-garlic mixture and cook together over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- 6
Stir in 200g of kashk (fermented whey) and 50ml of warm water, folding gently until creamy.
- 7
Top the dish with the mint, the reserved caramelized onion, and the 100 g chopped walnuts for texture.
- 8
Serve warm with fresh flatbread, ensuring the flavor of the mint and garlic shines through.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kashke Bademjan?
Kashke Bademjan is an Iranian appetizer consisting of a cooked dip made from eggplant, kashk (fermented whey), onions, garlic, and mint. It is typically served warm or at room temperature as a meze or side dish, often accompanied by bread.
What if I cannot find Kashk?
You can substitute kashk with thick Greek yogurt mixed with a little extra salt and a hint of lemon juice.
Is it better cold or warm?
Traditionally, it is served warm, which helps the flavors of the garlic and mint blend together beautifully.
Can I bake the eggplant instead of frying?
Yes, roasting the eggplants in the oven until soft is a healthier alternative that still yields great texture.
How to avoid bitterness in eggplant?
Salting the slices and letting them sweat for 20 minutes before frying is key to removing natural bitter compounds.
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