Roasted eggplant dip is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is made with roasted eggplant, which gives it a smoky and flavorful taste. The eggplant is typically roasted until it is tender and then mashed or pureed. Other common ingredients in roasted eggplant dip include tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. This dip can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, such as cumin, coriander, and paprika. It is often served with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables.
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ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP
Roasting the eggplant in its skin steams the flesh, turning it soft and silky-great for a dip to serve with pita wedges as an appetizer.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place eggplant and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet and rub with 2 tablespoons oil. Roast until garlic is soft and golden, 20 minutes. Remove garlic and set aside. Continue to roast eggplant until soft and deflated, 20 to 25 minutes more. Let cool 20 minutes.
- Slice eggplant open and scrape flesh into the bowl of a food processor. Peel garlic and add to bowl, along with lemon juice, tahini, salt, and 2 tablespoons oil. Process until smooth. (To store, refrigerate, up to 2 days.) Serve drizzled with more oil and a sprinkle of paprika if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g
ROASTED EGGPLANT, ONION AND GARLIC DIP OR SPREAD
Saw this on FoodTV's Cooking Thin show. This was easy to make and tasty. It was voted a hit in my house. Serve it with crackers or pita bread. It can be made ahead of time.
Provided by Ducky
Categories Spreads
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Rub eggplant and onion with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake about 25-30 minutes, until the eggplant and onion have softened, turning once.
- Add the garlic to the baking sheet at the baking halfway point, approximately 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and cool until able to handle.
- Peel the eggplant and garlic and place into food processor (easiest way to get the eggplant is to cut in half and scoop it out with a spoon).
- Cut the onion into quarters or large chunks and add to the food processor.
- Add vinegar, lemon juice, parmesan, salt and pepper.
- Pulse until it is of a dip or spread consistency.
- Add cilantro and briefly pulse.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings.
- Refrigerate until ready to eat.
ROASTED-EGGPLANT DIP WITH GREEK YOGURT
This roasted-eggplant dip, made silky by the addition of yogurt, arrives alongside crisp, Herb-Rubbed Pitas for easy scooping.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using tongs, cook eggplants one at a time over the flame of a gas burner (or a grill), turning as skin chars and bubbles, until completely soft, about 15 minutes. (If eggplant doesn't soften, finish cooking on a baking sheet in a 375-degree oven.) Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Peel off charred skin and discard. Coarsely chop the eggplants, and place in a colander to drain, about 1 hour. Finely chop, and transfer to a bowl.
- Using a chef's knife, press flat side of blade back and forth across garlic and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to make a paste. Mix into eggplant. Stir in oil. Mix in yogurt and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. (Dip can be refrigerated, for up to 1 day.) Drizzle with oil before serving.
MIDDLE EASTERN FIRE-ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP: BABAGANOUSH
Provided by Aarti Sequeira
Time 40m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- There are 2 ways to cook the eggplants. The first way, on the stovetop, is my favorite because it yields a much smokier-flavored babaganoush.
- For the stovetop method: Turn 2 burners up full-throttle. Place 1 eggplant on each burner and, using a pair of tongs, turn every 5 minutes or so, until the entire surface of eggplant is charred and crispy, about 15 minutes. Don't worry if the eggplant deflates a little. Remove from the burner and place on a plate to cool.
- For the oven method: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Prick the eggplants all over with a fork (this keeps the eggplant from exploding in the oven, so don't skip this step). Place on a baking sheet and roast until softened, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Regardless of the cooking method you choose, once the eggplant is cool enough to touch with your hands, carefully peel the charred skin off the eggplant. Discard the skin. Move the flesh onto your chopping board, slice off the stem and discard. Using your knife, mince the flesh until almost smooth. Scoop into a bowl.
- Add the lemon juice, tahini, parsley, and a little salt and pepper. Whisk together and taste for seasoning. Feel free to add more lemon juice, more salt and pepper... it will vary depending on the size of your eggplant, and how you like your 'ganoush! Serve with pita chips.
ROASTED EGGPLANT AND GARLIC DIP
Categories Condiment/Spread Food Processor Garlic Roast Cocktail Party Low/No Sugar Eggplant Summer Vegan Potluck Gourmet
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Separate garlic cloves without peeling and tightly wrap together in foil. Prick eggplant with a fork. In a shallow baking pan roast garlic and eggplant in middle of oven until very tender, about 30 minutes for garlic and about 45 minutes for eggplant.
- Unwrap garlic and peel, transferring garlic to a food processor. Scrape flesh from eggplant into food processor, discarding skin. Purée mixture until smooth and, with motor running, add oil and vinegar until combined. Season dip with salt and pepper and serve with pita toasts.
ROASTED EGGPLANT AND GARLIC DIP WITH PARSLEY
Categories Condiment/Spread Food Processor Garlic Vegetable Bake Vegetarian Buffet Eggplant Healthy Vegan Sesame Parsley Gourmet
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Prick eggplant with a fork several times and on a baking sheet rub with just enough oil to coat.
- Cut off and discard top quarter of garlic head to expose cloves and set garlic in middle of a large piece of foil. Drizzle garlic with 1 teaspoon oil and enclose completely in foil. Place foil packet next to eggplant on baking sheet and roast in middle of oven, turning eggplant after 30 minutes, 45 to 50 minutes, or until eggplant is very soft and collapsed. Unwrap garlic carefully and cool eggplant and garlic on baking sheet.
- Transfer eggplant to cutting board. Cut off and discard stem end and halve eggplant lengthwise. Scoop flesh out into a bowl, scraping as close to skin as possible. Pour off any liquid accumulated in bowl.
- Squeeze roasted garlic from skins into a food processor. Add eggplant, lemon juice, tahini, parsley, and salt to taste and blend until smooth and parsley is minced fine. Dip may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
- Transfer dip to a bowl and serve with pita wedges.
ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP WITH THAI FLAVORS
Lime, cilantro, and chili paste impart a Thai sizzle to the natural richness of roasted eggplant. Enjoy this as a dip for thick strips of cucumber, green sweet pepper, carrots, or blanched broccoli, asparagus, or green beans. Or serve as a spread for crackers for toasted bread. From Real Vegetarian Thai by Nancie McDermott.
Provided by Cinnamon Turtle
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 1 1/2 Cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise, stem and all, and place on baking sheet, cut side down. Bake until soft, about 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
- Scoop out the flesh and transfer it to a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Add the sugar soy sauce, salt, chili paste, and lime or lemon juice. Using on-off pulses, process to a thick, coarse puree, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed to grind evenly.
- Transfer to a bowl and stir in the chopped cilantro and green onions. Serve at room temp, garnished with cilantro leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1010.8, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 17.9, Protein 4.6
ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dips and spreads, appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a small baking sheet with vegetable oil. Place the eggplant cut side down, and bake until soft, about 35 to 45 minutes. Set aside until cool and chop coarsely.
- Combine remaining ingredients except coriander in a glass or ceramic bowl. Marinate for 30 minutes. Combine the mixture in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with coriander. Serve with sesame pita chips (recipe below).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 74, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 241 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP FROM BAHRAIN(UUKKOUS AL-BADINJAN)
Bahrain, officially the Kingdom of Bahrain, is a small island country situated near the western shores of the Persian Gulf. It is an archipelago of 33 islands, with Saudi Arabia to the west and Iran to the north. Make this dish a day ahead to allow time for the flavors to mingle. Uukkous Al-Badinjan blows baba ganoush out of the water! From Global Table Adventures.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lemon
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Using a fork, poke eggplants all over. Roast eggplants at 350*F for about 1 hour or until soft(or grill at 350*F for about an hour or until soft).
- Remove from oven and let cool until you can handle the eggplants. With a knife, split eggplants open and scoop out all the flesh into a food processor or blender(or into a bowl and use your immersion blender).
- Add remaining ingredients and puree. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Chill and serve with flatbread or as an accompaniment to main meal.
Tips:
- Choose the right eggplant: Select firm, glossy eggplants with smooth skin and no blemishes. Avoid eggplants that are soft or have wrinkles, as these may be bitter or overripe.
- Roast the eggplant properly: Roasting the eggplant brings out its smoky, caramelized flavor. To ensure even cooking, use a baking sheet large enough to accommodate the eggplant slices in a single layer. Roast the eggplant until it is tender and slightly charred.
- Let the eggplant cool before handling: The eggplant will be very hot after roasting, so let it cool for a few minutes before handling it. This will make it easier to peel and mash the eggplant.
- Use a food processor or blender: A food processor or blender is the best way to achieve a smooth and creamy dip. If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mash the eggplant by hand, but it will take more time and effort.
- Season the dip to taste: Once the dip is smooth, season it with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add chopped herbs, roasted garlic, or grated cheese for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Roasted eggplant dip is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, dip, or spread. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its smoky, caramelized flavor and creamy texture, roasted eggplant dip is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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