Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant (Aubergine) Dip)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1
Baba Ghanoush - Creamy Middle Eastern Dip made with Roasted Eggplant and Tahini
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 eggplant
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons tahini ( sesame-seed paste )
2 tablespoons fresh basil
1 tablespoon of fresh mint
1 can green chili peppers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves , minced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
98
Sugar
2g
Fat
7g
Baba Ghanoush, also spelled Baba Ghannouj, is a Middle Eastern dip that is famous throughout the Levant, North Africa, and Greece. It is made from roasted eggplants blended with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and other spices. Baba Ghanoush, along with hummus, is an essential part of any mezze platter and can be served as an appetizer, a dip, or a sandwich spread. It is creamy, tangy, and smoky and goes well with pita bread, crackers, vegetables, or any other snack you like. Baba Ghanoush is also very easy to make, and you can adjust its seasoning and ingredients to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.Cut your eggplant in half, lengthwise, and cut a few shallow slits on the surface to help it release steam.
3.Drizzle olive oil on the surface of the eggplant and spread it with your fingers so both halves are coated.
4.Roast the eggplant in the oven for 25-30 minutes until it has collapsed and is thoroughly cooked.
5.Take out the eggplant from the oven and let it cool down completely. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and discard the skin.
6.Combine the eggplant flesh with garlic, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a food processor or blender. Pulse a few times until smooth and creamy.
7.Add green chili peppers, basil, and mint leaves and blend again until fully combined.
8.Taste and adjust seasoning and citrus as per your preference.
9.Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil on top and garnish with some finely chopped basil leaves if you like.

PROS

Baba Ghanoush is a healthy and flavorful dip that is easy to make and perfect for appetizers or snacks.

It is low in calories, high in fiber, and packed with nutrients.

The smoky, savory taste of roasted eggplant blended with the nutty creaminess of tahini and the tangy citrus of lemon juice will leave you wanting more.

CONS

One of the cons of this dip is that some variations of it can be high in calories, depending on the amount of tahini and olive oil used.
Also, some people might not like the strong flavor of eggplant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baba Ghanoush is a great source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Eggplant, the main ingredient of this dip, is low in calories and high in antioxidants, fiber, folate, and potassium.
Tahini, made from sesame seeds, is rich in heart-healthy fats, protein, and minerals like calcium and iron.
This creamy dip is also vegan and gluten-free, making it perfect for people with restrictive diets.

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