Baba Ghanoush Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthyServings2
CuisineInterest Group

Ingredients

 Aubergines1 Kilogram (Around 2 pound)
 Lemon juice3 Tablespoon
 Garlic3 Clove (15 gm), peeled and very finely chopped
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Tahini3 Tablespoon (Sesame Seed Paste)
 Finely chopped parsley/0.5 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander1 Tablespoon, finely chopped
 Parsley sprig1 (To Garnish)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 273 Calories from Fat 109

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13 g20%

Saturated Fat 1.9 g9.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 992.9 mg41.4%

Total Carbohydrates 39 g12.8%

Dietary Fiber 18.6 g74.3%

Sugars 12.4 g

Protein 10 g19.5%

Vitamin A 16.7% Vitamin C 59%

Calcium 10.4% Iron 15.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Prick the aubergines all over and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
2. Heat the grill or a griddle pan and continue to cook the aubergines, turning them until the skins are completely charred. Cool slightly then cut in half and scoop out the flesh.
3. Puree the aubergine with the lemon juice.
4. Mash the garlic with the salt in a pestle and mortar, and add to the puree. Stir in the tahini; leave to cool.
5. When cold, stir in the parsley or coriander.
6. Garnish with parsley sprigs and serve.
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