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MUTABAL RECIPE || Creamy Roasted Eggplant or Aubergine Dip || Easy Moutabal or Mutabbal Recipe

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Mutabal

Cultural Context

Originating in the Levant region, Mutabal is a smoky, creamy eggplant dip that showcases the rich culinary traditions of Lebanon. Traditionally served as part of a mezze platter, it reflects the communal dining culture where various dishes are shared. Today, Mutabal is enjoyed worldwide, often found in Middle Eastern restaurants and adapted in various ways, including the addition of spices or herbs.

LebaneseLBappetizer
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 large Eggplant
3 tbs thick yogurt
3 tbs Tahini paste
1 large garlic clove
3 tbs lemon juice
salt to taste
extra virgin olive oil
sumac
pomegranate seeds
parsley
mint leaves

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and offers a similar creamy texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

1

Roast the eggplant in the oven or over the stovetop flame until charred and tender.

2

Let the eggplant cool, then scoop out the flesh and discard the skins.

3

In a bowl, combine eggplant flesh, tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic.

4

Blend until smooth and creamy, adding salt to taste.

5

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with olive oil, sumac, pomegranate seeds, parsley, and mint leaves.

Cooking Techniques

grillingblending

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlblenderspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Baba GanoushMoutabal

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