Baba Ghanoush (Arnold) Recipe

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to gas mark 5/375F/190C.

2. 2

   Prick the skins of the aubergines with a carving fork and bake in the oven for one hour, or possibly till flesh is soft.

3. 3

   Remove and allow to cold so you can handle them without burning your hands.

4. 4

   Cut in half and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.

5. 5

   Mash with a fork.

6. 6

   You may prefer to use a food processor, but i like the rough finish achieved with a fork.

7. 7

   Crush the garlic cloves with a hard blow from your hand on the back of a large sharp knife and then chop the pulp finely.

8. 8

   Add in this, along with the tahini, lemon juice and parsley, to the aubergine.

9. 9

   Stir everything thoroughly, and add in sufficient extra virgin olive oil to give a rich thick consistency.

10. 10

    Season with salt and pepper and serve with hot slices of pitta bread or possibly warm toast.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.