Baba Ghanouj - Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip Recipe

Name: Baba Ghanouj - Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 eggplant (1 medium or 2 small); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup lemon juice, fresh; 1/4 cup tahini; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon coriander; 1/4 parsley, minced; black pepper, to taste; 1 pinch cayenne (optional); for garnish; olive oil; parsley

Servings: persons

1 eggplant (1 medium or 2 small)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup lemon juice, fresh
1/4 cup tahini
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/4 parsley, minced
black pepper, to taste
1 pinch cayenne (optional)
for garnish
olive oil
parsley

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Line baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with non stick cooking spray.
3
Slice egglplant(s) in half lengthwise, and place face-down on baking sheet.
4
Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until very tender.
5
Cool until comfortable to handle.
6
Scoop out the eggplant flesh and discard the skin.
7
Place in food processor wth garlic, lemon juice, tahini, salt and corriander.
8
Puree until smooth.
9
Add minced parsley and pulse to combine.
10
Pour into bowl, check for salt, add pepper and cayenne (if using).
11
Chill for half hour, or until ready to serve.
12
Top with a drizzle of olive oil and some parsely.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 eggplant (1 medium or 2 small), 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/4 cup lemon juice, fresh, 1/4 cup tahini, and more.

Yes, Baba Ghanouj - Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baba Ghanouj - Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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