Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant (Aubergine) Dip)

herby's Note:

Baba Ghanoush is a dip similar to hummus made from eggplant. I discovered it when I was looking for a recipe to use up leftover eggplant. It's so different and SO good!

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 eggplant
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame-seed paste)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint
• 1 (4 ounce) can green chili peppers
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. Dice eggplant into about 1 inch cubes. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet. Toss diced eggplant with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes or until tender.
3. Add roasted eggplant and remaining ingredients to a food processor. Process until smooth.
4. Serve with pita wedges.