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    Home » Spread/Sauce » Baba Ganoush Recipe

    Baba Ganoush Recipe

    Posted on February 15, 2023 · Last Updated on February 15, 2023 · By Srividhya G · Leave a Comment

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    Baba ganoush – a versatile and popular dip made with roasted eggplant and simple spices! Check out my version of baba ganoush with oven-roasted eggplants spiced with Aleppo peppers. 

    creamy and versatile baba ganoush served with pita

    I love eggplants/brinjal, and it’s quite evident from the number of eggplant recipes I have on my blog. While I have quite a few Indian eggplant recipes like baingan bharta, baingan raita, air fryer brinjal, brinjal podi curry, and more, I have quite a few non-Indian ones as well like eggplant ragout, eggplant Parmesan, eggplant sandwich, eggplant caponata, etc. and now I m adding one more to my repertoire baba ganoush 

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    • My simple and flavorful version 
    • Ingredients required 
    • Ingredient substitutions & variations
    • How to serve the baba ganoush 
    • Dietary specifications 
    • How to make baba ganoush
    • VVK Tips
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Recipe Notes
    • More dips recipes
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    My simple and flavorful version 

    While the traditional method calls for roasting eggplant on open flame/fire or on a grill, I have used my oven, which makes the process effortless. For those who don’t have a grill or if you have an electric burner, this oven-roasting method would be great. 

    Adding roasted garlic and Aleppo peppers enhances the flavor further and makes it delectable. 

    Ingredients required 

    Eggplants/aubergine: You need big eggplants. You can either use the globe varieties or the Italian round ones. I used the globe varieties. Tender and seedless varieties work well for this recipe.

    Garlic: I used three garlic cloves for this recipe. I roasted them along with the eggplants. Depending upon your liking, you can adjust the measure. For a less garlicky version, you can use one big clove. For a garlicky version, for this measure, you can add up to 5 but not more. 

    Lemon juice: Lemon juice is a must, and it helps to balance the flavor, and I used freshly squeezed lemon juice. 

    Tahini: Tahini is the sesame butter/sesame paste, and I used store-bought one for this recipe.

    Olive oil: I used olive oil while mixing the roasted eggplant and tahini and added a tbsp before serving. 

    Salt: Salt and lemon juice helps to bring out the flavor of the eggplant. You definitely need over a tsp of salt for this recipe. 

    Aleppo pepper: While you can use freshly grated black pepper, I love the addition of Aleppo pepper. It adds a nice kick, and we love it. 

    Dried parsley: The traditional recipe calls for fresh parsley, but I don’t always have fresh parsley, so I added dried parsley. You can opt for fresh or dried ones. 

    Please check the recipe card for exact measurements.

    close up shot of baba ganoush with pita bread

    Ingredient substitutions & variations

    • Use fresh parsley instead of dried ones.
    • You can use smoked paprika, hot sauce, or freshly ground pepper instead of Aleppo peppers.
    • You also add ground cumin for added flavor.
    • You can add fresh dill leaves for flavor variation. 

    How to serve the baba ganoush 

    It’s a versatile dip and must to have when you create a mezze platter. You can serve this with pita bread and vegetables or create a Mediterranean salad, falafel rice bowl, or a simple rice bowl, and I did that.

    I served it with pita bread, and also I created a rice bowl with saffron and turmeric rice, roasted cauliflower with sumac, daqoos (Kuwait tomato sauce)

    You can also use this as a sandwich spread and make delicious sandwiches topped with avocado, onion, and cheese. 

    Dietary specifications 

    This baba ganoush is a naturally vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free dip. So far, I have stored it for up to two days. Make sure to refrigerate. 

    How to make baba ganoush

    Oven-roast the eggplant

    • Preheat the oven to 425deg F. Line the baking tray with aluminum foil or parchment paper and place the two eggplants in the baking tray. Apply oil (½ tbsp atleast) generously on the eggplant and bake for 25 minutes at 425 deg F.
    eggplant with oil applied for baking
    • After 25 mts, flip the eggplant, keep the unpeeled garlic cloves on the side like below, and bake again for 25 minutes at 425 deg F. We need to bake the eggplants for 50 minutes, flipping them once halfway through. 
    flipping the eggplant and adding garlic
    • After baking, let the eggplant rest for 30 minutes in the baking tray, transfer it to a colander or a strainer like the one below, and let it sit for 30 more minutes, so the water drains. Discard all the eggplant drippings.
    letting the water drip in the colander

    Prepare the baba ganoush

    • Once the eggplant has cooled down, gently remove the skin. The skin would come off easily. Similarly, remove the garlic skin and mash it. Transfer the eggplant flesh to a mixing bowl. Add the salt, lemon juice, and Aleppo pepper. 
    adding the salt and spices
    • Using a fork, stir the eggplant vigorously so that all the ingredients blend and the eggplant flesh breaks into strands. Now add the tahini, and using a wooden spoon, mix well until the tahini is well incorporated.
    add tahini and mix the eggplant
    • Next, mix the 1.5 tbsp of olive oil and dried parsley.
    add oil and dried parsley
    • Mix it vigorously to get a creamy texture. 
    mix until creamy
    • Transfer it to a serving bowl, drizzle half more tbsp of olive, sprinkle some dried parsley and pepper, and enjoy. 

    VVK Tips

    • After baking, let the eggplants cool down and place them on a strainer so the water drains. This step is very important for a creamy and thick version of baba ganoush. 
    • Do not use a food processor or hand blender to mix and mash the eggplant. A form or wooden spoon is more than sufficient. Just make sure you are mixing it vigorously. There should be some texture in the baba ganoush.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is it mandatory to roast the eggplants directly on a fire?

    Roasting it on direct fire or grill yields a smoky eggplant dip. But it’s not mandatory. You can bake the eggplants at high temperatures, as I did. Depending upon size of the eggplant, the cooking time might vary. You need to grill/roast or bake the eggplant until it’s soft and tender. The eggplant skin should collapse so that you can peel and break the flesh.

    Can I broil the eggplants?

    Yes absolutely. Broil the eggplants at a high mode for 40 minutes, flipping them once halfway through.

    Can we use raw garlic?

    Yes. I would grate the garlic or, using a garlic press, press the garlic so that it blends well with the dip. 

    baba ganoush served with pita and rice and mint lemonade

    Recipe Notes

    • Adjust the salt, lemon, and garlic measure to taste.
    • Please check the FAQ and ingredient substitution section for other details.
    • Italian eggplants or globe eggplants work well for this recipe. 

    More dips recipes

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    Baba Ganoush Recipe

    Baba ganoush – a versatile and popular dip made with roasted eggplant and simple spices! Check out my version of baba ganoush with oven-roasted eggplants spiced with Aleppo peppers.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time50 mins
    Cooling Time1 hr
    Total Time1 hr 55 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 153kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup = 240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1 tsp = 5ml;

    • 2 globe eggplants approx 2 pounds and 14 oz
    • 3 garlic cloves
    • 1.5 tsp salt or to taste
    • 2 tbsp lemon juice
    • ½ tsp Aleppo pepper
    • ¼ cup tahini
    • 2.5 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tsp dried parsley refer to recipe notes

    Instructions

    Oven-roast the eggplant

    • Preheat the oven to 425deg F. Line the baking tray with aluminum foil or parchment paper and place the two eggplants in the baking tray. Apply oil (½ tbsp atleast) generously on the eggplant and bake for 25 minutes at 425 deg F.
    • After 25 mts, flip the eggplant, keep the unpeeled garlic cloves on the side like below, and bake again for 25 minutes at 425 deg F. We need to bake the eggplants for 50 minutes, flipping them once halfway through.
    • After baking, let the eggplant rest for 30 minutes in the baking tray, transfer it to a colander or a strainer like the one below, and let it sit for 30 more minutes, so the water drains. Discard all the eggplant drippings.

    Prepare the baba ganoush

    • Once the eggplant has cooled down, gently remove the skin. The skin would come off easily. Similarly, remove the garlic skin and mash it. Transfer the eggplant flesh to a mixing bowl. Add the salt, lemon juice, and Aleppo pepper.
    • Using a fork, stir the eggplant vigorously so that all the ingredients blend and the eggplant flesh breaks into strands.
    • Now add the tahini, and using a wooden spoon, mix well until the tahini is well incorporated.
    • Next, mix the 1.5 tbsp of olive oil and dried parsley. Mix it vigorously to get a creamy texture.
    • Transfer it to a serving bowl, drizzle half more tbsp of olive, sprinkle some dried parsley and pepper, and enjoy.

    Notes

    • Adjust the salt, lemon, and garlic measure to taste.
    • Please check the FAQ and ingredient substitution section for other details.
    • Italian eggplants or globe eggplants work well for this recipe.
    VVK Tips
    • After baking, let the eggplants cool down and place them on a strainer so the water drains. This step is very important for a creamy and thick version of baba ganoush. 
    • Do not use a food processor or hand blender to mix and mash the eggplant. A form or wooden spoon is more than sufficient. Just make sure you are mixing it vigorously. There should be some texture in the baba ganoush.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 411mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 92IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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