Romanian Eggplant Puree (Appetizer, Dip, Sandwich Filling)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Delicious Romanian Eggplant Puree recipe for your next party

Romanian Eggplant Puree (Appetizer, Dip, Sandwich Filling)

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

Fat

15g

Romanian Eggplant Puree is a popular appetizer in Romania that is enjoyed on different occasions such as potlucks, dinner parties, and family gatherings. It can be served as a dip with pita bread, chips or vegetables, or used as a spread in sandwiches. The roasted eggplant and garlic give the puree a smoky and savory flavor that is complemented by the tanginess of lemon juice and nuttiness of tahini. This dish is easy to make, and it can be prepared ahead of time for a hassle-free party.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Pierce eggplants all over with fork and place them on a baking sheet with quartered onions and whole garlic cloves.
3.	Roast for 50-60 minutes, or until soft and completely cooked.
4.	Once cool to the touch, peel the eggplant and garlic and discard skin.
5.	Combine eggplant flesh in a food processor or blender with tahini or peanut butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
6.	Pour in olive oil slowly while processing until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
7.	Serve with pita bread, vegetables or chips.

PROS

This Romanian Eggplant Puree is a healthy and flavorful dip for any party or occasion.
The high fiber and nutrient content of the eggplant and garlic make it a great addition to any diet.
It is also vegan and gluten-free.

CONS

The process of roasting the eggplant, onion and garlic is time-consuming which may discourage some people from preparing this dish.
Also, being a high-fiber food, eating too much eggplant may cause discomfort to some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are a rich source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They are high in fiber which helps improve digestion, control blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties and is known to boost the immune system.

	2 large eggplants
	2 large red onions , quartered
	1/3 cup tahini or 1/3 cup peanut butter
	1/2 cup lemon juice
	1 teaspoon salt
	4 -8 teaspoons olive oil
	4 garlic cloves
	2 teaspoons pepper