Baba Ghanouj
Smoky, creamy, and utterly delicious, Baba Ghanouj is the perfect Middle Eastern dip to elevate your appetizers or mezze spread. Made with tender roasted eggplants, nutty tahini, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, this recipe creates a deeply flavored and velvety dip that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. The eggplants are roasted to perfection, giving a signature charred flavor, then blended with olive oil, ground cumin, and a touch of paprika for a balanced, savory taste. Garnished with fresh parsley and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this versatile dish pairs wonderfully with warm pita bread or crunchy vegetables. Whether served as a healthy snack or an elegant party platter, Baba Ghanouj is a must-try recipe for fans of Mediterranean and vegan cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 60 grams tahini
- 30 milliliters lemon juice
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 30 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 15 grams fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
Pierce the eggplants with a fork multiple times and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the eggplants in the oven for about 40-45 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the skins are charred and the flesh is soft.
Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool until they are easy to handle.
Peel the skins from the eggplants and discard them. Place the softened flesh in a large mixing bowl.
Add the tahini, lemon juice, and peeled garlic cloves to the eggplant.
Using a fork or an immersion blender, mash or blend the mixture until smooth.
Stir in the olive oil, salt, ground cumin, and half of the paprika until well combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the baba ghanouj to a serving dish, drizzle with a little more olive oil, and sprinkle with the remaining paprika.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve at room temperature or chilled with warm pita bread or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.2 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2452 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4741 mg | 365% | |
| Iron | 21432.1 mg | 119067% | |
| Potassium | 1840 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
