{"id":"recipe_dbaaf4eecc","slug":"baba-ghanoush","title":"Baba Ghanoush","description":"A classic, smoky Mediterranean eggplant dip that is incredibly creamy and savory, perfect for dipping warm pita bread or fresh vegetables.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":35,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 large eggplants","name":"Eggplant","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"about 1 lb each","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/4 cup tahini","name":"Tahini","quantity":60,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"paste","notes":"well-stirred","group":"Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice","name":"Lemon juice","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"fresh","notes":"approximately half a lemon","group":"Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/4 teaspoon ground cumin","name":"Cumin","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Sauce","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil","name":"Extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"extra-virgin","notes":"plus more for drizzling","group":"Garnish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley","name":"Chopped Parsley","quantity":4,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh flat-leaf","group":"Garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Prick the eggplants a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape.","group":"Preparation","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Place eggplants on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 30–40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is charred and the flesh is very soft.","group":"Cooking","title":"Place eggplants on a parchment-lined baking sheet","timerMinutes":40,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Peel off the charred skin and discard. Place the eggplant flesh in a colander for 5–10 minutes to drain excess liquid.","group":"Cooking","title":"Remove from oven and let cool slightly","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a medium bowl, mash the eggplant flesh with a fork until desired consistency is reached. Stir in the tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and cumin.","group":"Mixing","title":"Mash the eggplant flesh","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"While stirring, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice if needed.","group":"Mixing","title":"While stirring, slowly drizzle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and drizzle with a little more olive oil. Serve at room temperature or chilled.","group":"Serving","title":"Transfer to a serving bowl","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the best smoky flavor, char the eggplant directly over a gas flame before roasting. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can pulse the mixture in a food processor, but traditionally it should have some texture from mashing.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Middle Eastern","Levantine"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["roast"],"equipment":["baking sheet","parchment paper","colander","mixing bowl","fork"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","mediterranean","low_carb","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":["sesame"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"cups","note":"approximately 500g of dip"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The flavors develop more if made a few hours in advance and kept in the fridge."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Best served cold or at room temperature; do not reheat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_dbaaf4eecc%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b3487830-ce95-4c7a-820f-7faa22c10437","imageAlt":"Baba Ghanoush — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["eggplant","dip","creamy","smoky","healthy","vegan","low carb"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Baba Ghanoush","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:32:47.259Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:32:47.259Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_66184712aa","slug":"creamy-homemade-hummus","title":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","description":"A silky, rich, and authentic Mediterranean chickpea dip blended with nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. 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