A classic combination that works every time.
Roasted Whole Eggplant in Tahini
Course: Sides, AppetizersCuisine: Palestinian, IsraeliDifficulty: MediumServings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
30
minutesINGREDIENTS
4 Italian eggplants
4 tablespoons Lemon for juice
4 tablespoons tahini
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves – minced
Kosher salt to taste
Chili pepper – chopped (to taste, optional)
Pinch sumac (optional)
DIRECTIONS
- Roast the eggplant either in a 450 degrees oven for half an hour, or until it is soft and show no resistance when you press it with your finger. Alternatively, you can roast eggplant over open fire (even the gas burner on your stove), rotating it every few minutes, until completely tender. Transfer to a colander to cool down.
- Slice open each eggplant and arrange on a plate.
- Sprinkle a little salt on each eggplant, then drizzle with lemon juice, tahini and olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic, chili pepper and sumac. Serve warm.