Baba Ghanoush Recipe

Origin: Middle East      Period: Traditional

Ingredients:

2 aubergines
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 Garlic Cloves, crushed
3 tbsp Lemon Juice
2 tbsp Soy Sauce
2 tbsp chopped parsley
3 tsp Tahini

The ingredients above are the basic building blocks of the recipe. You can also add any of the following ingredients:

Allspice
Cayenne Pepper
Cinnamon
Cumin Seeds
Onion
Oregano
Parsley
Red Pepper
Sour Cream & Red Wine Vinegar
Spring Onions
Thyme
Yogurt

Baba Ghanoush Preparation:

Method:

Use a fork to prick the aubergines, then bake at 200°C until they shrink & collapse (about 1 hour).Then leave to cool.

Skin the aubergines, chop finely, then remove the seeds by passing through a sieve. Add all the remaining ingredients (except the Tahini) and mix thoroughly together. Stir in the Tahini and add your choice of the additional ingredients/seasonings listed above to give the spread a kick.

Serve chilled, drizzled with olive oil and accompanied by crusty bread or warmed pita bread.

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