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Baba Ganoush

Cultural Context

Baba Ganoush hails from the Levant region, particularly Lebanon, where it is a staple in mezze platters. Traditionally enjoyed with pita bread, this smoky eggplant dip reflects the region's love for shared meals and communal dining. Today, Baba Ganoush has transcended borders, becoming a beloved appetizer in many cultures, often adapted with various spices and herbs.

LebaneseLBside
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 large eggplant
1 cup yogurt
1/4 cup parsley
2 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits at a lower cost.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder provides flavor with less hassle.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds brightness at a lower price.

1

Grill the eggplant until soft and charred.

2

Let the eggplant cool for a few minutes.

3

Peel the skin off the eggplant and discard it.

4

In a mixing bowl, combine the eggplant flesh, yogurt, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice.

5

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

7

Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving bowl.

Cooking Techniques

grillingblending

Equipment Needed

grillfood processormixing bowlserving dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Baba GhanoushBaba Ghanouj

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