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Lebanese Baba Ganoush

Lebanese Baba Ganoush: Creamy, Smoky Delight You’ll Love

Discover the rich and flavorful Lebanese Baba Ganoush, a creamy vegan dip made with roasted eggplant and tahini.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Draining Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium Italian Eggplants Substitute with another eggplant variety if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Tahini Can substitute with creamy cashew or walnut butter.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Omit for WFPB and Plantricious compliance.
For Brightness and Spice
  • 1 large Lemon Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Can be omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can serve as a substitute.
For Freshness and Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Italian Parsley or Dill Other fresh herbs can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet
  • Strainer
  • mixing bowl
  • Food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Poke holes in the eggplants. Cook on skillet for 20-25 minutes, turning until charred.
  2. Once cool, peel the skin off the eggplants and place flesh in a strainer to drain excess moisture for about 10 minutes.
  3. Finely chop the eggplant by hand or gently pulse in a food processor for a smoother consistency.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice until creamy. Stir in garlic, cumin, and paprika. Fold in eggplant and parsley.
  5. Adjust seasoning with salt and lemon juice. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
  6. Serve with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or on bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For a smoky flavor, char eggplants over an open flame. Drain eggplant well to maintain creamy texture. Experiment with herbs and spices for variety.

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