Baba ganoush also referred as baba ghanouj, or baba ghanoush, is a savory dip of charred eggplant flavored with tahini, lemon juice and fresh herbs. This classic smoky, garlicky Middle Eastern roasted eggplant dip is very easy to make at home.
The process of making baba ganoush resembles similar technique of Bangladeshi begun bhorta a.k.a. mashed eggplant. Off course with the differences of the spices and herbs used in the dips. While, begun bhorta is predominantly served with plain rice, the classic way to enjoy baba ganoush is by dipping pita bread in it or spooning it over roasted meats and vegetables.
The Levantine dip can be made with eggplants cooked by charring them over a gas ring, on a barbecue or under the broiler. During the summer months, I throw the eggplants in the outdoor grill but use the broiler or gas top when the weather is chilly outside. Just like hummus, baba ganoush is another mezze/dip which comes in all sorts of different guises. Add anything from broiled bell peppers to a dollop of plain yogurt or roasted tomatoes to transform it into something quite different, but equally delicious.
During this time of the year, when it’s pomegranate season, I like to add the red jewels on the dip, other times I enjoy without. The choice is up to you.
- 2 large eggplants (aubergines)
- 3 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon store bought or homemade tahini
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more oil for drizzle
- 2 tablespoon pomegranate seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Wash and cut the eggplants in halves.
- Blacken the eggplants over stove turning regularly with tongs, until completely charred and soft or broil the eggplants until soft. Allow to cool.
- Scoop out the eggplant flesh in long strands and discard the skins.
- Mix lemon juice, tahini, garlic, oil and mix together in a mixing bowl.
- Mash the eggplants with a fork, and stir into the tahini mixture. Season to taste.
- Top with the herbs and the pomegranate seeds, if using. Pour a moat of oil around the edge and serve.
Use less tahini if you prefer a less nutty flavor or omit it per personal preference. If tahini is not at hand, grind roasted sesame seeds and add to the dip.
Feel free add anything from broiled bell peppers to a dollop of plain yogurt or roasted tomatoes to transform it into something quite different.
Adjust other ingredients per your taste preference. A good baba ganoush yields from blending, stopping, stirring, tasting, adding more of this or that per your taste.
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২টি বড় বেগুন
৩ টেবিল চামচ লেবুর রস
২ টেবিল চামচ তাহিনি
৩ টি রসুন কোয়া, কুচি করা
২ টেবিল চামচ অলিভ অয়েল, অতিরিক্ত তেল উপরে ঢেলে পরিবেশনের জন্য
১ টেবিল চামচ ডালিমের বীচি (ঐচ্ছিক)
২ টেবিল চামচ পারসলি, কুচি করা
লবন, স্বাদ অনুযায়ী
প্রস্তুত প্রণালীঃ
১. বেগুন গুলো ভাল করে ধুয়ে অর্ধেক করে কেটে নিন।
২. কাটা বেগুন গুলো চুলার উপরে পুড়িয়ে নিন। বারেবারে বেগুন গুলো উল্টিয়ে দিন যতক্ষণ না পোড়া কালচে এবং নরম হয়।
৩. বেগুনের খোসা ফেলে দিয়ে ভেতরের অংশটি নিন।
৪. একটি বাটিতে লেবুর রস, তাহিনি, তেল, রসুন একসাথে মিশান।
৫. কাটা চামচ দিয়ে বেগুন গুলো ভর্তা করে তাহিনি মিশ্রণটিতে দিয়ে ভালো করে মিশান। মিশ্রণটিতে লবণ দিয়ে চেখে দেখুন এবং নিজের স্বাদ মতন করে মাখিয়ে নিন।
৬. পরিবেশন করার আগে মিশ্রণটির উপরে পারসলি, ডালিম( যদি ব্যাবহার করেন) বা ধনে পাতা ও তেল দিয়ে পরিবেশন করুন।
প্রয়োজনিও কিছু টিপস্ এর জন্যে দয়াকরে আটির্কেল অথবা ইংরেজি রেসিপির নোট সেকশনটা একটু দেখে নেবেন।[/print_this]
I LOVE mezze foods! This looks fabulous, especially with the pomegranate 🙂
I am with you my friend. Love mezze food. Thanks a lot.
What a coincidence, I made this for out weekend brunch, yesterday! We had it with sharwamas and tzatizki sauce. So tasty 🙂
Did you have the pomegranates too? Thanks!
No, but i think I will next time 😀
I think you’ll love the addition of pomegranate. Thanks much!
Love eggplant, and hope to make Baba Ghanoush one day 😀
Baba ganoush is pretty easy to make, Lisa. I hope you’ll give this easy to follow recipe a try soon. Thank you, my friend.
i absolutely love baba ganoush..you version looks heavenly. those pomegranates are looking festive.
The pomegranates do give the baba ganoush a festive touch. Thank you, Dixya.
How fantastic, love the addition of the pomegranate seeds. Drool. Yarm! 🙂
It is a great addition to our picnics and pre dinner snacks, and people always comment on Baba ganoush when you make it from scratch. Pinned for use super soon. Thanks heaps!
Thank you Anna. I agree, the pomegranates take baba ganoush to the next level. Thank you for pinning.
Gorgeous!! I love the use of pomegranate seeds which are in season now. I was planning to do begun bhorta with my eggplant this week but maybe I’ll try this recipe instead. I love baba ganoush and so far your recipes are fantastic so this one is sure to be a winner.
Thank you, Lani for stopping by. More over, thank you from the bottom of my heart for trying many recipes from the blog and having faith on the recipes. Can’t wait for your report back on the recipe. Have a fabulous week.
I love baba ghanoush and this is no exception! Nice touch with the pom seeds 🙂
Thank you, Kiran.
I so love pomegranates – but never had them in Baba Ganoush before – this sounds lovely and adds such a contrast in flavor, color and texture!
Totally. The pom seeds take the baba ganoush to a new level, my friend. Give it a try sometimes. Thank you!
This is one of my favorite things on the planet – it’s the smokey, savory mix I can’t get enough of. Love that you add some color and sweetness with poms 🙂
Thank you, Francesca. I am with you on Baba ganoush. Can never have enough of this dip.
Gosh, you’ve taken Baba Ganoush to a whole new level! Just beautiful — love the inclusion of the pomegranate seeds. Great recipe — thanks so much.
Thank you! Glad you find the addition of pom seeds brilliant. Have a fabulous week ahead.
If only I had a large plate of chips now to dip into this delicious baba ganouj, I totally would 😀
Beautiful photos!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Thank you, my friend. You are always invited if you are ever in the area 🙂
I always wanted to make Baba Ganoush, since I first tried it in London not many years ago. I like that you added pomegranate, it adds a beautiful touch of color!
Glad you also like the touch of pomegranate. The seeds add wonderful texture too. Thank you!