Kashk-e-Bademjan (Roasted Persian Eggplant with Whey Dip) | Cooking with Zahra

Kashk-e-Bademjan is a beloved Iranian meze made with tender fried eggplants, creamy kashk (whey sauce), caramelized onions, fried garlic, and aromatic dried mint. This dish can be enjoyed hot or cold, traditionally served with warm Iranian bread on the side. While there are many variations of this recipe, I'm sharing my mom's special version, where she roasts the eggplants and adds ground walnuts for a richer, more complex flavour. What truly sets my mom’s Kashk-e-Bademjan apart are her delicious garnishes—succulent Bam dates, crispy fried onions, fragrant dried mint, and walnuts. The combination of these flavours is simply divine, and every bite feels like a little piece of heaven. Full recipe here: https://cookingwithzahra.com/kashk-e-bademjan-roasted-persian-eggplant-with-whey-dip/ Follow me for more recipe ideas. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cookingwithzahra/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cookingwithzahra/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cookingwithzahra Twitter: https://twitter.com/cookwithzahra Website: https://cookingwithzahra.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/cookwithzahra/