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Baba ghanoush

Recipe Information

Description:
Baba ghanoush is a delicious Middle Eastern recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 1 hour, 15 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour, 30 minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Eggplant; Tahini
Category Fruit; Nuts, Fats, & Oils
Meal Brunch; Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Dip/Spread
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants

  • 2 tablespoons tahini

  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 4 tablespoons cold water

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 cup tomato, chopped

  • 1/2 cup onion, diced

  • Parsley sprigs, for optional garnish

Directions

  • Poke holes in the eggplants with a fork. Wrap each eggplant in aluminum foil and bake in the oven at 500°F for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and place the eggplants in cold water. Peel while they are still hot and drain in a colander until cool. Mash the eggplant to a puree.

  • In a food processor or blender, combine the tahini, garlic, diced onion, tomato, lemon juice, and water. Add the peeled eggplant, salt, pepper, and olive oil.

  • Before serving, garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 70 cal

  • Total fat: 3g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 80mg

  • Carbohydrate: 11g

  • Fiber: 5g

  • Protein: 2g

  • Calcium: 40mg