Baba Ganoush

Name: Baba Ganoush
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants (pierced with a knife or fork); ¼ cup tahini; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for serving); 2 garlic cloves; ½ teaspoon sea salt; Finely chopped fresh parsley; Smoked paprika; Red pepper flakes (optional); Pita bread (for serving); Veggies (for serving)

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:1h

Baba ganoush (also spelled baba ghanoush or baba ganouj) is a creamy, smoky eggplant dip. I love to make it with this simple recipe. Add it to a mezze platter with other Middle Eastern or Mediterranean dishes, or enjoy it as a snack with pita and veggies.

Updated at: Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:38:50 GMT