Lebanese Baba Ganoush

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplant (aubergines) (approx 1 kg)
• 1 lemon
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup of tahini
• drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Char the eggplants on a gas hob for about fifteen minutes. Turn every few minutes until well done.

2. 2

   Put the aubergines in a colander, cut the tops off and remove the burnt skin with a fork

3. 3

   Transfer the peeled eggplants to a bowl and beat well with a pestle, you can also use the bottom of a sturdy cup.

4. 4

   Add the lemon, tahini, salt and garlic and mix well. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

5. 5

   Drizzle with good extra virgin olive oil just before serving.