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Authentic Lebanese Baba Ghanouj (Grilled Eggplant Purée with Tahini) Recipe

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Authentic Lebanese Baba Ghanouj is a creamy, smoky grilled eggplant purée blended with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer, dip for parties, mezze platter addition, or side dish. Easy to prepare and adaptable to taste preferences.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Lebanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant (or 2 medium)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (or to taste)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
  • 1 or 2 garlic cloves
  • A drizzle of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (390°F) to get it ready for roasting the eggplant.
  2. Prepare the Eggplant: Prick the eggplant several times with a fork or knife to prevent bursting during roasting.
  3. Roast the Eggplant: Place the eggplant on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes until the flesh is very tender and the skin is charred.
  4. Check for Doneness: Insert a knife tip into the eggplant flesh; it should slide in easily without resistance.
  5. Scoop out the Flesh: Cut the eggplant in half and use a spoon to scoop out the soft flesh into a bowl. Optionally, let it drain briefly in a colander to remove excess moisture.
  6. Blend or Mash: Transfer the eggplant flesh to a blender, add chopped garlic, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend to desired texture. Alternatively, mash with a fork or potato masher and mix in the other ingredients.
  7. Season and Serve: Transfer the purée to a serving dish, adjust seasoning if needed, and drizzle with good-quality olive oil. Optionally, garnish with olives, spices, or fresh herbs.
  8. Serving Suggestions: Serve warm or cold with pita bread as a delicious dip or side dish.

Notes

  • You can also cook the eggplant by steaming it or using the microwave if you prefer quicker methods.
  • Adjust lemon juice and tahini quantities to suit your taste preferences.
  • Baba Ghanouj stores well for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • For a smoky flavor, you can also grill the eggplant over an open flame instead of roasting.

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