Baba Ganoush

Baba Ganoush is a classic Middle Eastern dip made from grilled or roasted eggplant, infused with the rich flavors of tahini, garlic, and lemon. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack, this creamy and smoky dish can be paired with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

🍆 2 eggplants
🧄 1 whole head of garlic
🫒 4 tablespoons olive oil (for drizzling before roasting)
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt (for sprinkling before roasting)
🫒 1/4 cup olive oil
🥄 1/4 cup tahini
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🍋 Juice of one lemon
🫒 Extra virgin olive oil (for garnish)
🌶️ Paprika (for garnish)
🌿 Parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1- Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2- Prepare Eggplants and Garlic:

• Slice each eggplant in half lengthwise.
• Place the eggplants on a baking sheet, cut side up.
• Drizzle with 4 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
• Cut the top off the whole head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on the sheet with the eggplants.

3- Roast:

• Roast the eggplants and garlic in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until the eggplants are soft and have a slightly charred skin.
• Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a bit.

4- Prepare the Baba Ganoush:

• Scoop out the flesh of the roasted eggplants and place it in a food processor.
• Squeeze the soft roasted garlic out of its skin into the processor as well.
• Add 1/4 cup olive oil, tahini, salt, and lemon juice.
• Blend until smooth and creamy.

5- Serve:

• Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving bowl.
• Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley for garnish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories per Serving: Approximately 180
Proteins: 3g
Fats: 16g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Equipment: Baking sheet, foil, food processor

Cooking Tips

• For an extra smoky flavor, grill the eggplants on a barbecue before roasting.
• Adjust the amount of tahini and lemon juice to your taste preference.

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Baba Ganoush