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Eggplant Paste
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Eggplant Paste

60 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Suitable for both holidays and everyday meals. Here’s a great idea: serve the appetizer at the table.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    1. Cut the eggplant in half, salt it, and let it sit for 5–10 minutes. Then rinse under running water and pat dry. Make cuts in the skin. Place the eggplant cut side down in an ovenproof dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake in an oven preheated to 200°C.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    2. Bake the eggplant until tender, about 45 minutes. Then let it cool.

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    Step 3

    Step 3

    3. With a spoon, scoop out the pulp and transfer it to the blender bowl.

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    Step 4

    Step 4

    4. Add the yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and spices to the same bowl. Whisk everything until smooth.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    5. When the eggplant paste is ready, refrigerate it. Before serving, you can add chopped herbs, a little oil, or a handful of nuts.