Baba Ganoush
A smoky Middle Eastern eggplant dip blended with tahini, lemon, garlic, cumin, and olive oil.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 230°C.
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Step 2
Prick the eggplants several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Roast, turning once, until the skins are charred and the eggplants are completely soft and collapsed.
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Step 3
Let the eggplants cool until manageable. Split them open, scoop the flesh into a colander, and drain.
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Step 4
Transfer the drained eggplant flesh to a mixing bowl and mash it with a fork to the desired texture.
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Step 5
Stir in the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, cumin, and salt until evenly combined.
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Step 6
Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil and scatter the parsley over the top.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Serve promptly or refrigerate within 2 hours. Store covered at 4°C or below and use within 3 to 4 days.
Risk factors
- Cooked eggplant dip may support microbial growth if held at room temperature for an extended period.
- Hot eggplants can release steam when opened.