How to Make Grilled Baba Ganoush - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baba Ganoush is a classic Middle Eastern dish made from roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. It is a creamy and smoky spread or dip that is perfect for scooping up with pita bread or fresh vegetables. While the traditional method of making baba ganoush involves roasting the eggplant in the oven, grilling the eggplant adds a delicious smoky flavor that takes this dish to the next level. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make a delicious and easy grilled baba ganoush that is s...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplant
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Using a fork, poke holes in the eggplant so steam will be able to release during cooking.
  • Place eggplant on the preheated grill. Grill until skins are charred, about 30 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer to a baking pan, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes.
  • Using your hands, carefully remove the stem and the skin; the skin should be split open and peel off easily. Discard the skin and place flesh in a colander; let drain for 20 minutes. Press out any remaining moisture with paper towels.
  • Place eggplant in a food processor. Add tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and cumin. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and olive oil and pulse until oil is incorporated.
  • Nutrition

    189 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 790mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 589mg