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Baba Ghannuj (Eggplant Appetizer) Recipe

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Ingredients And Procedures

1 Large eggplant

1 Clove garlic; crushed

1 ts Salt

1/4 c Tahini; Sesame Seed Paste

2 tb Water

1/4 c Lemon juice

Lemon wedges Parsley Olive oil Set oven to 375F. Wash eggplant and remove stem. Pierce with a fork 4-6 times. Place in baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes or until tender. Remove from oven and run under cold water. Peel and mash; set aside. In serving bowl combine garlic, salt, and Tahini. Gradually add water and lemon juice, beating well. Fold in mashed eggplant. Garnish with lemon wedges, finely chopped parsley and a sprinkle of olive oil. Scoop up eggplant with pieces of Pita Bread to eat or serve as a side dish with any meal. Shared by Rita Taule, Prodigy ID# BTVC62A.

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