Rich Mediterranean Baba Ganoush

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants, roasted
• 1 cup tahini
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tablespoon olive oil, drizzle
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 02
   Prick the eggplants all over with a fork and place them on a baking sheet.
3. 03
   Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
4. 04
   Remove the eggplants from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
5. 05
   Peel the skin from the eggplants and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.
6. 06
   Add tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and cumin to the eggplant and mash together until smooth.
7. 07
   Gently stir in the chopped parsley.
8. 08
   Transfer the baba ganoush to a serving dish and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika.
9. 09
   Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.