Jun 08 2026

Baba Ghanouj Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Charcoal smoked eggplant, tahina, lemon zest

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Char the Eggplants

    Preheat your grill or charcoal smoker. Place the whole eggplants on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft, about 20-30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Eggplant

    Once the eggplants are cool enough to handle, slice them open and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Discard the skin.

  3. 3

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the eggplant flesh, tahini, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired. If you like, sprinkle with paprika for extra flavor.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Transfer the baba ghanouj to a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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