Jul 14 2026
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Baba Ganoush Recipe

Inspired by Persimmon
Time1h
Serves4

roasted eggplant dip, infused with tahini, lemon, garlic and shallots, served with crumbled feta, serrano slices and toasted walnuts.

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Ingredients

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Baba Ganoush

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Roasting the Eggplant

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise and place them cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Roast in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the flesh is soft and the skin is wrinkled. Remove from the oven and let cool.

  4. 4

    Preparing the Baba Ganoush

    Once the eggplants are cool, scoop out the flesh and place it in a food processor.

  5. 5

    Add the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, shallot, olive oil, and salt to the food processor.

  6. 6

    Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.

  8. 8

    Serving

    Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving bowl.

  9. 9

    Top with crumbled feta, sliced serrano pepper, and toasted walnuts.

  10. 10

    Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

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