Baba Ganoush

🛒 Ingredients

• Eggplant 100 g · 25 kcal
• Tahini (Sesame Paste) 20 g · 119 kcal
• Fresh Lemon Juice 10 g · 2 kcal
• Garlic 5 g · 7 kcal
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil 10 g · 88 kcal
• Fresh Parsley 5 g · 2 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Pierce the eggplant all over with a fork, then place on a baking sheet.
2. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until the eggplant is very soft and the skin is charred. Turn halfway through to ensure even cooking.
3. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Slit the eggplant lengthwise and scoop out the smoky flesh into a bowl, discarding the skin.
4. Add tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper to the eggplant flesh.
5. Mash everything together with a fork or a potato masher until well combined and mostly smooth, leaving some texture if desired.
6. Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
7. Serve immediately with pita bread or fresh vegetables, or chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.