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Baba Ganoush

I use this homemade Baba Ganoush as a base from mediterranean stuffed bell peppers.
Servings 6
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor or Blender

Ingredients

  • 2-4 units small eggplants
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 large lemon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Slice the egg plants lengthwise into 3 sections. Place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle the front and backs of the eggplant slices with olive oil, salt and pepper. Bakefor 15-20 minutes until tender.
  • Once cooked remove the eggplant and let it cool. Once coolpeel the skin off and place the eggplant in a food processor. Add the rest ofthe ingredients and blend until you get a nice puree or dip consistency.

Notes

Adaptations: 
You can add smoked paprika to get a smoky flavor if you like. I serve my Baba Ganoush with Milton Gluten Free Crackers and vegetables. Pita chips are delicious as well.
Course: Appetizer, dip
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: appetizer, dip, eggplants, tahini