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Eggplant dip (Baba Ghannouj)


Category: Appetizer - (285)
Origin: Lebanon
Source: IslamiCity Editors


The name Baba Ghannouj is actually for a different dish, the actual name is Moutabal Batenjen (Eggplant Dip). Baba Ghannouj is the name of a priest (Father Ghannouj) and since he liked the dish, the dish got his name. Baba Ghannouj is made similarly to the dip, just omit Tahini.

Ingredients:
2 large eggplants
2-3 garlic cloves crushed
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 cup Tahini
Juice from 1 lemon
Olive oilSweet paprika, or chili pepper flakes for decoration
Preparation:
Grilling the eggplants provide them with the signature smokiness of the dish. However, if you don't own a grill, you can grill the eggplants on the top of your stovetop ( just cover the stovetop with aluminum foil because it will get dirty).

1- wash eggplants, and pierce 6 holes with a small knife
2- grill the eggplants until they are deflated and blistered, about 30 min.
3- Remove from heat and let rest for 10 min
4-peel the outer skin and put the eggplants in a large bowl
5-Mix with the garlic, Salt, Tahini and lemon juice.
6- with a pestle, mix, all the ingredients while gently mashing the eggplants, about 5 min
7- Taste and adjust the seasoning
8-put on a serving dish, add oil and serve with pita bread

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