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Baba ghanoush
Blister eggplants over a flame or at 230°C until collapsed and black, 35–40 minutes. Steam in a bowl, peel.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Baba ghanoush take?
50 min all in — 10 min prep, 40 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Sesame. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Open flame → A ripping-hot oven. Less smoke, still a dip.
Any tips from this recipe?
A drop of pomegranate molasses is a house flourish. Salt the flesh in a sieve 10 minutes if it weeps too much.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.