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    Baba Ganoush

    Published: May 2, 2022 by Sina · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Baba Ganoush

    This easy baba ganoush makes such a delicious and healthy dip or appetizer. It’s great with pita, flatbread, or as a side dish to falafel and tabouleh. And the recipe couldn’t be much easier!

    a bowl of baba ganoush on a blue counter top

    Why This Recipe Works

    I usually eat hummus, but baba ganoush is such a great alternative. In the Middle East it’s one of the most famous appetizers.

    It takes a bit more time than making hummus, but it’s definitely worth it! The preparation of this Middle Eastern dip couldn’t be much easier. All in all, it takes 50 minutes to make. However, the recipe calls for 40 minutes of baking time, during which you don’t have to do anything.

    Mashed eggplants, tahini, and olive oil gives this dip a mild, smoky flavor and a creamy consistency

    Garlic, lemon juice, and various seasonings like cumin, parsley, and mint give this dish its unique flavor. 

    Traditionally the eggplant is broiled over an open flame, so it has a smoky taste. However, you can also prepare it in the oven, which works perfectly. 

    What Goes Into This Recipe

    ingredients for Baba Ganoush on a marble countertop with labels

    • Tahini – a condiment made of ground, toasted sesame seeds. In most grocery stores, tahini is in the aisle with the condiments or oils, or in the aisle with ethnic foods.
    • Lemon Juice – make sure to use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
    • Olive Oil – I like to use extra virgin olive oil.

    How To Make This Recipe 

    a collage of four photos that show how to make baba ganoush

    1. Step: Preheat the oven to 350 °F. With a sharp knife, cut the eggplant into half lengthwise

    2. Step: With a sharp knife, cut the eggplant into half lengthwise. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the eggplant halves on top with the flesh-side facing up.

    3. Step: Brush with olive oil (I used about one tablespoon in total).

    4. Step: Bake them for 40 minutes. Cover them with aluminium foil for the last 10-15 minutes, so they don’t become too brown.

    a collage of four photos that show how to make baba ganoush

    5. Step: Let the eggplants cool down for about 10 minutes, so they are easier to handle. 

    6. Step: Scrape out the flesh of the eggplant with a spoon.

    7. Step: Place all ingredients into a food processor.

    8. Step: Process until smooth. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, some more olive oil, and red pepper flakes. Serve with warm pita bread. Enjoy!

    Recipe Tips and FAQs

    How Long Does Baba Ganoush Last?

    Properly stored in an airtight container in the fridge, it lasts about one week. Sprinkle it with freshly chopped parsley before serving it.

    Can It Be Frozen?

    Yes, baba ganoush can easily be frozen for up to 3 months.

    I usually freeze it in a freezer bag. Just make sure to squeeze as much air out as you can before freezing it.

    a hand dipping pita bread into a bowl of baba ganoush

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    I Love To Hear From You!

    I hope you like this baba ganoush as much as we do around here.

    If you give it a try, I’d love to know what you think about it. Just leave me a comment and a star rating below. Your comments really make my day!

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    Sina 

    Baba Ganoush in a white and blue bowl on a blue counter top with parsley in the background and a hand dipping a pita into the Baba Ganoush

    Baba Ganoush

    This easy baba ganoush makes such a delicious and healthy dip or appetizer. It's great with pita, flatbread, or as a side dish to falafel and tabouleh. And the recipe couldn't be much easier!
    5 from 11 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Dip
    Cuisine: Arabian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 40 minutes mins
    Total Time: 50 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 162kcal
    Author: Sina

    Ingredients

    • 2 medium eggplants
    • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 cloves of garlic
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 cup tahini
    • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
    • With a sharp knife, cut the eggplant into half lengthwise. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the eggplant halves on top with the flesh-side facing up.
    • Brush with olive oil (I used about one tablespoon in total).
    • Bake them for 40 minutes. Cover them with aluminium foil for the last 10-15 minutes, so they don't become too brown.
    • Let the eggplants cool down for about 10 minutes, so they are easier to handle. In the meanwhile place the remaining ingredients into a food processor.
    • Scrape out the flesh of the eggplant with a spoon and add it to the tahini mixture. Process until smooth.
    • Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, some more olive oil, and red pepper flakes. Serve with warm pita bread. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Properly stored in an airtight container in the fridge, it lasts about one week. Sprinkle it with freshly chopped parsley before serving it.
    • It can easily be frozen for up to 3 months. I usually freeze baba ganoush in a freezer bag. Just make sure to squeeze as much air out as you can before freezing it.
    • It’s best served with pita bread or crispy French bread. Or you could eat it as a side to falafel and tabouleh.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 410mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 8.7mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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    Comments

    1. Izzy

      July 11, 2023 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      Hi, I love baba ganoush, I air fry the aubergine and scoop out the flesh. But I use a half or one small one flamed to char. I then process that ( charred skin amd all) with confeed garlic ,lemon,cumin salt and a honey tahinni. I then add this creamed aubergine with the chunky pulp. Yum Yum.

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    2. Heer

      March 13, 2023 at 5:51 am

      5 stars
      I have tried this recipe by adding some spices additionally. Baba ganoush with eggplant is awesome. I like the way you represent the details of the recipe. I have tried it as it is but I add some spices I want them to be in the dish. It is great.

      Reply
    3. Leah Gillette

      December 10, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful recipe. We need to find another alternative to the use of aluminum foil for cooking and covered dishes headed to the fridge. The delivery system in any form of aluminum into our bodies is without exception, deleterious to our health. Whether it be deodorants, denture adhesives, and aluminum foil, caustic amounts of aluminum via condensation seeps into our food during cooking or when dishes are headed for the fridge Old Dog here….New Tricks. Let’s be proactive and think outside of the box about how we’ve been unintentionally harming ourselves, and think of new ways to help prevent Alzheimers, dementia, etc.,

      Reply
    4. Daniela

      February 07, 2021 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious!

      Reply
    5. lillian

      November 25, 2020 at 5:31 am

      5 stars
      So good and smooth 😋

      Reply
    6. Bill Meyers

      September 27, 2019 at 3:24 am

      5 stars
      I made this as a side dish but we could not stop eating this creamy delicious Baba Ganoush on slices of toasted baguette. One half went in the freezer, hopefully it will taste almost as good as fresh. The only changes to the recipe were replacing fresh garlic with powdered garlic, roasting the eggplant skin side up on a silicone mat and reducing the olive oil to one table spoon (watchingcalories). The printer version of the recipe did not include cumin but I will try that next time. My partner and I are very pleased to find another great recipe for our bumper crop of eggplant. Thank you!

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