*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Baba Ganoush English

Recipe By     : Miriam Podcameni Posvolsky
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Salads                           Ethnic

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2                    large eggplants
   4      cloves        garlic 0r more -- minced
   2      tbs           tahini
   2      tbs           olive oil
                        juice of 1 large lemon
   2      tbs           grated onion
   1      tsp           cumin
   1      tsp           zataar -- opcional)
                        salt and pepper -- to taste
   1      tsp           oregano
     1/2  tsp           thyme

1. Pierce eggplants with a fork and bake them at 400 F until tender or
broil them, turning a few times
2. Let cool a little and scoop out the pulp
3. Mash with a fork or use a food processor to make a paste. I prefer the fork
4. Combine with the rest of the ingredients. Correct seasonings
5. Drizzle some olive oil on top
6. Serve with chopped parsley and pita bread


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NOTES : For a smokier flavor, char eggplants over stove top flame