Baba Ghanouj Recipe
Roasted eggplant mixed with tahini, yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice, finished with extra virgin olive oil
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Roast the Eggplant
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick the eggplant several times with a fork and place it on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- 2
Prepare the Mixture
Once the eggplant is cool enough to handle, cut it in half and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl. Discard the skin.
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- 4
Adjust to Taste
Taste the Baba Ghanouj and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or garlic according to your preference.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the Baba Ghanouj to a serving dish, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and garnish with paprika and fresh parsley. Serve with pita bread or vegetable sticks.
