What is Baba Ganoush
Baba Ganoush (Baba Ghanoush) is a thick, creamy Middle-Eastern dip, spread or sauce made from pureed or mashed eggplant (aubergine/brinjal) flavored with tahini, lemon juice, garlic and other seasonings. It’s the perfect addition to a mezze platter and makes a fantastic vegan and gluten-free appetizer served with veggies and pita bread.
Ingredients
Full recipe and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Eggplant / Aubergine. Tahini. Garlic. Olive oil. Lemon juice. Parsley. Smoked paprika.
How to make Baba Ganoush
Can I make this ahead?
Baba ganoush will last covered in the fridge for up to a week. Make sure to cover it well so that the surface doesn’t dry out.
Help! My Baba Ganoush is bitter!
Eggplant can be quite bitter and unfortunately, there’s not much you can do about a very bitter eggplant. Some people advise to let the softened eggplant sit in a sieve to allow the juices to drip off before blending. My advice is to use fresh eggplant (they tend to get more bitter as they sit) and add a teaspoon of honey to the Baba Ganoush if it’s very bitter. The sweetness counteracts the bitterness and should make a big difference.
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