Bengali-Inspired Babaganoush Recipe

Name: Bengali-Inspired Babaganoush
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium-sized eggplant (about 3/4 pound); 3 tablespoons mustard oil (see headnote); 2 tablespoons tahini; 1 teaspoon cumin; Salt, to taste; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 1 Serrano chile, minced; 1 tomato, diced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons finely chopped mint; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 medium lime); Sesame seeds, to garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 medium-sized eggplant (about 3/4 pound)
3 tablespoons mustard oil (see headnote)
2 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt, to taste
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 Serrano chile, minced
1 tomato, diced
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 medium lime)
Sesame seeds, to garnish (optional)

1
Place the eggplant on an open flame (grill or a gas stovetop works), and cook the eggplant, turning as needed, until the outer skin is charred and crackling.
2
Remove and set aside to cool. When you can handle it, carefully remove the outer skin, taking care to remove the smaller pieces.
3
Scoop out the flesh with a spoon, place in a mixing bowl, and mash well. Add in the mustard oil and the tahini and mix well until smooth.
4
Add in the cumin and salt.
5
Mix in the red onion, Serrano chile, tomato, cilantro, and mint. Stir in the lime juice.
6
Let the mixture rest for about 15 minutes so the flavors combine.
7
Sprinkle with the sesame seeds, if using, and serve immediately with warm bread or pita chips.

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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 medium-sized eggplant (about 3/4 pound), 3 tablespoons mustard oil (see headnote), 2 tablespoons tahini, 1 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Bengali-Inspired Babaganoush falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bengali-Inspired Babaganoush

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