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Smoky Eggplant Tahini Dip

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This smoky eggplant tahini dip is a creamy, rich, and flavorful dip made with roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon, and spices. It’s a plant-based appetizer perfect for snacking or entertaining.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants (about 900 g total)
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (adjust as needed for texture)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C.
  2. Pierce the eggplants several times with a knife and place them directly on a baking tray.
  3. Roast for 40–45 minutes, turning once, until the skins are deeply charred and the flesh is completely soft.
  4. Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  5. Split the eggplants open and scoop out the soft flesh, discarding the skins.
  6. Place the eggplant flesh in a colander and let it drain for 5 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  7. Transfer the drained eggplant to a food processor.
  8. Add tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  9. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding cold water gradually until the desired consistency is reached.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  11. Spoon into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Grilling the eggplant instead of roasting enhances the smoky flavor.
  • Mash by hand for a chunkier texture if you don’t have a food processor.
  • Adjust water and lemon juice to control dip thickness.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Not suitable for freezing as texture may change.

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