Eggplant Tahini Dip (Baba Ganoush)

A creamy and flavorful dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, and fresh herbs, perfect for serving with pita bread.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Family Secret Recipes, Middle Eastern, Nanny, Nanny Bev
Yield: 4
Author: Nanny Bev

Materials

Main Ingredients

  • 2 small eggplants (approx. 300g each)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 60 ml tahini
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt

Garnish

  • as needed mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 190°C.
  • Cut 2 small eggplants in half and sprinkle with salt. Stand for 10-15 minutes.
  • Rinse off salt and pat dry.
  • Place eggplant flesh side up on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes until soft.
  • Peel off skin and discard.
  • Place eggplant flesh (cooled), 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 60ml tahini, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt to taste in a blender.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Garnish with mint leaves and serve with pita bread wedges.

Notes

Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste. For a smoother dip, blend for a longer time.

A creamy and flavorful dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, and fresh herbs, perfect for serving with pita bread.

Notes: Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste. For a smoother dip, blend for a longer time.