Baba Ganoush

 I have a favorite recipe for Hummus and here's my favorite Baba Ganoush recipe:

1 Large Eggplant, Grilled Whole until charred. This can be done on a BBQ Grill or on the stove with a Cast Iron Griddle. 

Char it, cool it, cut it in half and drain it cut sides down in a colander.  Peel it and transfer it to a bowl, Mash it with a Potato Masher or Puree it in a Food Processor.

Add:

1/2 C Tahini

3 Cloves of Garlic, minced.

1/3 C Fresh Lemon Juice

2 tsp Zaatar Spice Mix (recipe to follow)

1/4 C Olive Oil to Drizzle

Pita Chips for Serving.

Transfer the Baba Ganoush to a Platter, create a well with a rim, spreading it out using a Silicone Spatula or the back of a Spoon and drizzle with Olive Oil.

 This is a Middle Eastern Spice Mix used in Hummus, Baba Ganoush and other Mediterranean Dishes.

Homemade Zaatar Spice Mix:

Mix all ingredients together in a container and store at room temperature. Use as needed in a recipe.

1 TBS Dried Thyme

1 TBS Cumin

1 TBS Dried Cilantro

1 TBS Sesame Seeds

1 TBS Lemon Pepper

1/2 tsp Salt

1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes that's been finely crushed with a Mortar and Pestle.

Enjoy!

Peace in the Kitchen!

Enjoy!

Peace in the Kitchen!