Baba Ghanoush

Baba Ghanoush is a smoky, creamy Turkish appetizer made from roasted eggplants blended with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. It is perfect for dipping with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (approximately 250g)
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons (30g)
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml), plus extra for drizzling
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
• Cumin - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Prick the eggplant several times with a fork to prevent it from bursting while roasting.
3. Place the eggplant on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the inside is soft.
4. Remove the eggplant from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
5. Once cooled, slice the eggplant in half and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, discarding the skin.
6. Add tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and cumin to the eggplant flesh.
7. Use a fork or a food processor to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
9. Transfer the Baba Ghanoush to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
10. Serve with warm pita bread or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 120 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help combat free radicals.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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