Baba Ganoush

Baba Ganoush is a Middle Eastern eggplant dip which is full of earthy, smoky flavour. Tahini, garlic and roasted cumin add a special flavour to this popular dip.

INGREDIENTS: Serves 4

1 large eggplant or baingan
2 cloves garlic, smashed
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp extra virgin oilve oil
1 tsp roasted cumin powder (bhuna jeera powder)
Pink of rock salt, to taste
Top it with fresh mint and pomegranate pearls and a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil

#BorosilTip: Bring to room temperature before serving.

METHOD:

Chargrill the eggplant (baingan) until well roasted. Allow to rest covered for about 30 minutes, the peel and discard any juices.
Place the eggplant and all ingredients in the bullet jar of the Nutrifresh blender. Pulse in small bursts until smooth.
Transfer to a glass serving bowl. Drizzle over with extra virgin olive oil. Garnish with fresh mint and pomegranate pearls. Let it sit for a few hours for the flavours to mature.
Serve with pita bread, lavash crackers or chopped vegetables.

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