Jul 14 2026

Saba Ganouj Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Char grilled eggplant mixed with tahina, yoghurt, olive oil and lemon juice

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Grill the Eggplant

    Preheat your grill or grill pan. Prick the eggplants with a fork and place them on the grill. Grill for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.

  2. 2

    Cool and Scoop

    Once grilled, remove the eggplants from the grill and let them cool slightly. Cut them in half and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    Add tahini, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and ground cumin to the eggplant flesh. Use a fork or a food processor to blend until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or tahini as desired. If you like, sprinkle paprika on top for garnish.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the Saba Ganouj to a serving bowl, drizzle with additional olive oil, and serve with pita bread or vegetable sticks.

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