Jul 14 2026

Baba Ghannouj Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Mashed roasted Eggplant with Tahini sauce, Garlic & Lemon Juice

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Eggplant

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and place them cut side down on a baking sheet. Roast for about 30-40 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.

  2. 2

    Prepare Garlic

    While the eggplants are roasting, peel the garlic cloves and chop them finely.

Mixing Ingredients

  1. 3

    Scoop the Flesh

    Once the eggplants are roasted and cooled slightly, scoop out the flesh with a spoon and place it in a mixing bowl.

  2. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add tahini, chopped garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin to the bowl with the eggplant. Mix well until you achieve a smooth consistency.

  3. 5

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as needed. You can add more salt, lemon juice, or tahini according to your preference.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Transfer the baba ghannouj to a serving dish. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle paprika, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

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