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Ingredients

6 servings
  • 2 large eggplants
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3-4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more
  • 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • ½ cup tahini
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
AppetizersVegetarianGluten FreeEasyShabbatMiddle EastVegetable-Forward

Preparation

Step 1

Roast the eggplant over high heat on a grill, turning frequently on all sides, until soft and fully collapsed, about 20–30 minutes. If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the eggplants on a gas stovetop or in the oven. To use a stovetop, prick several holes in the eggplants, place them directly over a high flame, and turn occasionally with tongs or a fork until the skin is charred and the flesh is very soft. To roast in the oven, prick the eggplants and place them on a sheet pan in a 450°F oven. Roast for 50 minutes to 1 hour, flipping halfway through, until completely tender.

Step 2

Allow the eggplant to cool down, then peel away the skin and discard. Place peeled eggplants in a strainer for 5 minutes to drain excess liquid. Give the eggplant a rough chop and combine in a bowl with all the ingredients. Mix until fully combined but still chunky. 

Step 3

Taste and adjust with more lemon or salt if needed. Spoon into a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.

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