Quick & Easy Baba Ganoush
Calories 160kcal
Ingredients
- 2 eggplant (large or 3 medium
- 1/4 cup tahini (large or 3 medium, / aubergines, 750 g/ 1.65 lb - will yield about 600 g edible parts)
- 1 lemon (¼ cup/ 60 ml)
- 2 cloves garlic (large or 3 medium, / aubergines, 750 g/ 1.65 lb - will yield about 600 g edible parts)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (large or 3 medium, / aubergines, 750 g/ 1.65 lb - will yield about 600 g edible parts)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (large or 3 medium, / aubergines, 750 g/ 1.65 lb - will yield about 600 g edible parts)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (large or 3 medium, / aubergines, 750 g/ 1.65 lb - will yield about 600 g edible parts)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- paprika (for garnish)
- vegetables (freshly cut
- crackers (Keto Cheesy)
- breadstick (Ultimate Keto)
Instructions
- Char the eggplants.
- Place the eggplants on a baking sheet lined with baking foil or strong parchment paper.
- Using a fork, prick the skin of each of the eggplants several times.
- Place them under a broiler for 5-8 minutes until the skin in lightly charred.
- Turn them on the other side half way through the charring.
- Bake the eggplants.
- Once the eggplants are charred, turn the broiler off and preheat the oven to 220 °C/ 430 °F.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes.
- They will get wrinkly and very soft inside when they are done.
- Remove from the oven and leave them to cool down enough to handle.
- Slit the eggplants ...
- Charring the eggplants will add a smoky flavour.
- If you skip this step, add 10 more minutes to the baking time.
- ...
- and scoop the flesh out.
- To remove the excess juice, I placed the flesh in a sieve (or you can use a colander) before mixing with the remaining ingredients.
- Discard the skins and stems.
- If you prefer a chunky texture: Place the eggplant flesh on a chopping board and cut into small pieces.
- Then, in a bowl, mix with all the remaining ingredients (apart from the olive oil and paprika).
- If you prefer a smooth texture: Place the eggplant in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
- I used my Kenwood mixer with a food processor attachment.
- Transfer into a bowl and add all the remaining ingredients (apart from the olive oil and paprika).
- Enjoy with some freshly cut veggies, Keto Cheesy Crackers or Ultimate Keto Breadsticks.
- If not using immediately, cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcal
Originally posted 2019-02-20 17:40:08.
