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Creamy Baba Ganoush Recipe Easy Homemade Dip for Parties

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A creamy, smoky Middle Eastern dip made from roasted eggplants, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. Perfect for parties and quick to prepare with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium-sized eggplants (globe eggplants preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Using a sharp knife, prick the eggplants all over (6-8 times) to let steam escape while roasting. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
  3. Roast the eggplants for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin chars and the flesh is soft.
  4. Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Slice open and scoop out the flesh, leaving the charred skin behind.
  5. Transfer the eggplant flesh to a food processor. Add tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and cumin if using. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  6. Pulse the mixture until creamy but still slightly textured. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or garlic as desired. Add remaining tablespoon of olive oil or a splash of cold water if too thick.
  7. Spoon into a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with chopped parsley and optional smoked paprika or chili flakes.

Notes

Roast eggplants until skin chars for smoky flavor. Avoid over-blending to keep texture. Use good quality tahini for best taste. Adjust garlic and lemon juice to preference. Can roast eggplants on gas burner for extra smokiness. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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