To prepare a baba ganoush, a delicious eggplant puree from North Africa, here is the complete recipe for 4 people.
Ingredients
- Eggplants: 2 medium (approximately 600 g)
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Lemon juice: 1/2 lime
- Olive oil: 10 cl (plus a drizzle for serving)
- Cumin: 1 pinch
- Salt: to taste
For the service
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Sumac: for sprinkling
- Espelette pepper: optional
- Fresh coriander: 2 sprigs, chopped
- Pita bread or sandwich bread: to accompany
Necessary utensils
- Blowtorch or oven
- Baking sheet
- Paring knife
- Citrus press
- Colander
- Blender or mixer
- Tablespoon
Preparation time
- Preparation: 10 minutes
- Cooking: 35 minutes (if using the oven)
- Total time: 45 minutes
Preparation steps
1. Preparation of the eggplants:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C.
- Prick the skin of the eggplants several times with a fork.
- Arrange the eggplants on a baking sheet and bake for about 35 minutes, until the skin is charred and the flesh is tender.
2. Preparation of garlic and lemon:
- While the eggplants are cooking, peel and remove the garlic cloves. Chop them finely.
- Squeeze the lime to extract the juice.
3. Mixing the ingredients:
- Once the eggplants are cooked, let them cool slightly. Cut them in half and scoop out the flesh with a spoon, avoiding the burnt skin.
- In a blender, add the eggplant flesh, chopped garlic, lemon juice, cumin, sumac and a pinch of salt.
- Pour about 5 cl of olive oil into the mixture.
4. Mixing:
- Blend everything until you get a smooth, creamy purée. While blending, gradually add the remaining olive oil in a thin stream, as you would with mayonnaise.
5. Flavor adjustment:
- Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lemon if necessary.
6. Service:
- Transfer the baba ganoush into a bowl, make grooves on the surface with the back of a spoon.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sumac and possibly Espelette pepper.
- Serve with pita bread or sandwich bread.
Preparation tips
- For an even smokier taste, you can grill the eggplants on a barbecue or use a blowtorch.
- You can personalize your baba ganoush by adding fresh herbs like parsley or mint.
- Baba ganoush keeps well in the refrigerator for a few days, making it a great choice for make-ahead meals.
Nutritional values (for 1 serving, or 1/4 of the recipe)
| Nutrient | Quantity per serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 218 kcal | 11% |
| Lipids | 22 g | 34% |
| Saturated fatty acids | 3.1 g | 16% |
| Trans fatty acids | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 7.2 g | 2% |
| Fibers | 3.5 g | 14% |
| Sucres | 3.2 g | 6% |
| Proteins | 2.1 g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 30 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 5.2 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% |
| fer | 0.5 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% |
Note: Values are approximate and may vary depending on preparation method and exact ingredients used. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Enjoy this tasty dish as an aperitif or starter during your meals! Enjoy your food ! 🧡
