Grilled Middle Eastern Baba Ghanoush Recipe

Name: Grilled Middle Eastern Baba Ghanoush
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, about 1 pound total; 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste); 1 lemon, juiced; 1 handful fresh flat-leaf parsley, coarsely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons chopped roasted pistachios, for garnish; Pita bread, cut into wedges, for dipping

Servings: persons

2 medium eggplants, about 1 pound total
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
1 lemon, juiced
1 handful fresh flat-leaf parsley, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped roasted pistachios, for garnish
Pita bread, cut into wedges, for dipping

1
Pierce the eggplants in a few places with a fork, so steam has somewhere to go when you cook them.
2
For a smoky flavor that will add depth to the finished dish, grill the eggplants on a very hot, oiled grill pan (or barbecue) until the skins are wrinkled and black, and the eggplants shriveled and soft; turning often.
3
(If you prefer, roast the eggplants in a preheated 400 degree F oven for 30 minutes.)
4
When the eggplants are cool enough to handle, split them open and scoop out the flesh, discarding the skin and as many seeds as possible.
5
In a food processor, combine the garlic, tahini, lemon juice and parsley; puree until smooth.
6
Add the eggplant flesh; season with cumin, salt, and pepper; pulse several times to make a thick, coarse puree.
7
Pour in the oil and pulse again to incorporate.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning, as needed.
9
Pour into a serving bowl and garnish with chopped pistachios.
10
Serve with pita wedges for dipping.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium eggplants, about 1 pound total, 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste), 1 lemon, juiced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Middle Eastern Baba Ghanoush falls under the General 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.

Grilled Middle Eastern Baba Ghanoush

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