Lebanese Baba Ghanoush
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
81 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Lebanese Baba Ghanoush
Description
This recipe begins by roasting a whole eggplant wrapped in foil until tender, which softens the flesh and imparts a subtle smoky taste. Once cooled, the skin is removed and the eggplant flesh is blended with tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. The combination yields a chunky yet creamy dip rich in tanginess from lemon and the nutty flavor of tahini.
Baba Ghanoush is traditionally served drizzled with olive oil and garnished with pomegranate seeds for added freshness and texture, complemented perfectly by crispy pita chips. Its balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors makes it a notable Middle Eastern appetizer.
Allowing the dip to rest chilled enhances the thickening and intensification of flavors. Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator will keep it fresh for about a week.
Ingredients
- 1 eggplant large
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3-4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- olive oil for serving
- pomegranate seeds for serving
- Pita chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° F degrees.
- Wrap eggplant in aluminum foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until the eggplant is soft when poked with a fork or knife. Unwrap the eggplant and allow it to cool for 10 minutes.
- When the eggplant is cool to the touch, cut off the top and peel off the skin. Discard the skin, keeping only the flesh of the eggplant.
- Place the flesh of the eggplant in a food processor or blender. Add the lemon juice, tahini, garlic cloves and salt. Pulse a few times until the ingredients are incorporated but the mixture still looks chunky.
Notes
- Store leftover baba ghanoush in an airtight container refrigerated, keeping fresh for up to 7 days.
- Prepare at least a few hours or a day ahead to allow flavors to meld and dip to thicken.
- Roast eggplant when the oven or grill is already in use to save energy and time.
- Use fresh garlic and lemon juice for best flavor; substitute olive oil if allergic to tahini.
- Tahini is commonly found in Middle Eastern grocery stores and larger supermarkets, often near peanut butter.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 81 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 81kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 102mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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