Baba Ghanoush

Ingredients 

• 1 large eggplant / Brinjal
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped garlic cloves 
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh coriander sprigs for garnish

Method

1. Roast the eggplant on open flame till the skin is charred. Allow the eggplant to cool down to room temperature. Peel the skin off and put the flesh in a food processor.
2. Add garlic, cumin powder, cayenne pepper, tahini, 2 tsps lemon juice and salt. Puree till mixture is smooth and thick.
3. Transfer into a serving bowl. Add olive oil and mix well. Add remaining lemon juice and mix well. Garnish with coriander sprig and serve with pita bread.

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