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Baba Ganoush

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Course: Dip
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Turkish
Keyword: Baba Ganoush, Baba Ghanouj, Baba Ghanoush, Eggplant dip
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 270kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Pomegranate and fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Eggplants

  • Preheat your Weber BBQ to medium-high heat (around 400°F or 200°C).
  • While the BBQ is heating up, wash and dry the eggplants. Leave the stems on, as they will make it easier to handle on the grill.
  • Pierce eggplants all over with a fork (this will stop the eggplants exploding!)

Grill the Eggplants

  • Place the eggplants directly on the BBQ grates and close the lid.
  • Grill the eggplants for about 20-30 minutes, turning them occasionally, until the skin is charred, and the flesh becomes soft and tender. The exact grilling time may vary depending on the size and heat of your BBQ.
  • Once the eggplants are fully grilled, remove them from the BBQ and let them cool for a few minutes.

Prepare the Baba Ganoush

  • When the eggplants are cool enough to handle, cut off the stems and peel away the charred skin.
  • Chop eggplant flesh into small pieces.
  • Place the grilled eggplant flesh in a strainer and sprinkle with salt. This will drain any excess liquid. Push eggplant flesh against the strainer to make sure the liquid is out.
  • Transfer grilled eggplant to a clean bowl and add lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil and tahini.
  • Mash ingredients together with a fork until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. You can adjust the seasonings to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve and Garnish

  • Transfer the Baba Ganoush to a serving dish and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and fresh chopped parsley for a burst of colour, flavour and freshness.
  • Serve your Grilled Baba Ganoush with warm pita bread, fresh veggies, or as a dip for your favourite grilled meats.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 592mg | Potassium: 611mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg