Motabel Dip (Qatar)

Found on multiple websites. Untried. Supposed to be a spicier version of baba ghannouj. Number of servings is a guess.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  medium eggplants
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄3 cup  tahini paste
• 1  tablespoon  minced garlic
• 4  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper, depending on taste
• 1 -3  green chili pepper (depending on taste)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place eggplant on lightly greased baking sheet. Roast for 30 minutes, or until eggplant is tender. Once roasted, remove from oven and allow to cool.
2. Once eggplants have cooled, peel the skins. They should come off fairly easily. If you are having a tough time, just scoop the eggplant from the skin with a spoon. Set aside.
3. In a food processor, combine and blend tahini, garlic, and peppers. Add in eggplant and blend well. Add in olive oil.
4. Remove from food processor and place in serving bowl. Stir in lemon juice and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to three days.