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Baba Ganoush

Creamy Baba Ganoush Recipe: Elevate Your Snack Game

Baba Ganoush is a creamy, smoky dip made from roasted eggplant, perfect for snacks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 medium-large globe eggplants for the best flavor and texture
  • 1/4 cup Tahini substitute with Chinese sesame paste for a deeper flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil adjust for desired consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice fresh for maximum flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic adjust based on taste preference
  • to taste Salt enhances overall flavor
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley for color and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Aluminum foil
  • Baking Sheet
  • strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pierce the eggplants all over with a fork, wrap in foil.
  3. Roast the eggplants on a baking sheet for 50-70 minutes until tender.
  4. Let cool, peel off charred skin, and remove seeds.
  5. Drain excess moisture in a strainer.
  6. Blend eggplant flesh with tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt until smooth.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with olive oil, parsley, and paprika.
  8. Serve with pita chips or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use medium-large globe eggplants and good-quality tahini.

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