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Baba ghanoush (eggplant dip/spread)

Baba ghanoush/baba ganoush is a smooth and flavorful dip/spread, great as part of a mezze meal, in sandwiches.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 approx
Calories: 42 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 eggplant aubergine
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice approx ½ - 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Tahini sesame paste
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. If possible, cook the eggplant on a grill/barbecue, turning now and then until it has blackened on all sides and is tender inside - time will depend on your grill but around 10-15min. If you can't grill it, you can do the same by placing it on a skewer and cooking over a gas flame on the stove or put it in an oven dish and bake around 15min at 450F/230C. In all cases, lightly brush it with olive oil before cooking.
  2. Allow the cooked eggplant to cool enough to handle then peel off and discard the skin.
  3. Place the eggplant flesh in a food processor/blender and add the rest of the ingredients (garlic - chop a bit first to save getting lumps, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini and salt and pepper). Pulse a few times until fairly smooth but still with a bit of texture. Try it and adjust seasoning to taste.

Nutrition Information

Calories 42kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Fat 2g (3%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 139mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 15IU (0%) Vitamin C 2.5mg (3%) Calcium 8mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8approx

Amount Per Serving

Calories 42

% Daily Value*

Calories 42kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 139mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 15IU 0%
Vitamin C 2.5mg 3%
Calcium 8mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.