Baba ghanoush (or baba ganoush) is a smoky, garlicky Middle Eastern roasted eggplant dip or spread that's easy to make at home for a great party appetizer.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
40 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Calories
90 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
Step 2
Place eggplant on the prepared baking sheet, and pierce holes in the skin with a fork. Roast in the preheated oven, turning occasionally, until very soft and tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Set eggplant aside until cool enough to handle; slice in half and scoop flesh into a colander or fine mesh sieve over a bowl; drain for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Place eggplant, lemon juice, tahini, sesame seeds, and garlic in blender, and puree. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4
Transfer eggplant mixture to a medium size mixing bowl, and slowly mix in olive oil. Refrigerate the baba ghanoush for 3 hours before serving.
