Baba Ghannouj: Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip Recipe

Recipe By The Spruce Eats

Baba ghannouj is a popular middle eastern dip made from eggplant and tahini. It has a smooth, creamy texture, and a slightly smoked taste. The bit of garlic adds another level of flavor and the lemon juice bring a fresh brightness to the dish. Baba ghannouj is traditionally served with pita bread (toasted or fresh); however, many people enjoy it as a chip dip with potato chips or tortilla chips. Although this recipe calls for baking the eggplant in the oven, the original cooking method for this age-old recipe was over an open flame, which you can emulate by using a charcoal grill. However, oven roasting will certainly do the job as the goal is to have the cooked eggplant be soft on the inside and crisp on the outside.

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Ingredients for Baba Ghannouj: Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip Recipe

  • 0.13 Large eggplant
  • 0.13 Clove Garlic
  • 0.03-0.06 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.38 tablespoon Tahini
  • 0.13 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.13 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1/4 tablespoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice
Nutrition
value
32
calories per serving
3 g Fat< 1 g Protein1 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    3g
  • Protein
    < 1g
  • Carbs
    1g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    1g
  • Protein
    < 1g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    3g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    5mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    9mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    4mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    8mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    3mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    4mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By The Spruce Eats