Baba Ganoush Recipe

Baba Ganoush Recipe

from evolvingtable.com
70 min
12 servings

Baba Ganoush is a healthy and authentic Mediterranean recipe sure to impress. This easy, vegetarian spread is a unique twist on hummus, and only needs roasted eggplant, oil, Tahini, and some spices.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. eggplants (about 2-3 medium-sized)
  • 4 Tbsp. olive oil (divided)
  • ¼ cup tahini paste
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • ½ tsp. salt (to taste)
  • ½ tsp. cumin
  • ¼-½ tsp. red pepper flakes (to taste)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

  2. 2

    Cut eggplants in half lengthwise and drizzle them with 2 tablespoons of oil. Place the cut halves flat-side down onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until tender and browned.

  3. 3

    Scoop out the flesh and discard the skin. Place the flesh into a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and allow to rest for 15-20 minutes. Mash the eggplant to drain any excess liquid. (You should end up with roughly 1 ¼ cups of eggplant and ~⅓-½ cup of liquid.)

  4. 4

    Add the eggplant, 2 Tbsp. olive oil and remaining ingredients to a large food processor. Pulse until just combined and to your desired texture.

  5. 5

    Serve the baba ganoush with a drizzle or olive oil, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and parsley, and with pita bread or vegetables. Enjoy!