Name: Creamy Mutabal (Spicy Eggplant Dip)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 2 whole Large eggplants; 0.25 cups Tahini; 0.25 cups Plain yogurt; 3 tbsp Lemon juice; 2 cloves Garlic clove, minced; 0.5 tsp Cumin; 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional); 0.5 tsp Salt; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

VegetarianSnackQuick & Easy

Ingredients (10)

Ingredient	Qty	Cal	P	C	F
Large eggplants	2 whole	57	2g	13g	0g
Tahini	0.25 cups	89	3g	3g	8g
Plain yogurt	0.25 cups	9	1g	1g	1g
Lemon juice	3 tbsp	3	0g	1g	0g
Garlic clove, minced	2 cloves	2	0g	1g	0g
Cumin	0.5 tsp	1	0g	0g	0g
Red pepper flakes (optional)	0.25 tsp	0	0g	0g	0g
Salt	0.5 tsp	0	0g	0g	0g
Olive oil	2 tbsp	62	0g	0g	7g
Fresh parsley, chopped	1 tbsp	0	0g	0g	0g

Ingredients (10)

Ingredient	Qty	Cal	P	C	F
Large eggplants	2 whole	57	2g	13g	0g
Tahini	0.25 cups	89	3g	3g	8g
Plain yogurt	0.25 cups	9	1g	1g	1g
Lemon juice	3 tbsp	3	0g	1g	0g
Garlic clove, minced	2 cloves	2	0g	1g	0g
Cumin	0.5 tsp	1	0g	0g	0g
Red pepper flakes (optional)	0.25 tsp	0	0g	0g	0g
Salt	0.5 tsp	0	0g	0g	0g
Olive oil	2 tbsp	62	0g	0g	7g
Fresh parsley, chopped	1 tbsp	0	0g	0g	0g

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a grill. Pierce eggplants several times with a fork.
Step 2
Roast eggplants directly over an open flame on a gas stove until skin is charred and flesh is very soft (about 10-15 min), or bake/grill for 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally, until soft and collapsing. The more char, the smokier the flavor.
Step 3
Once cooked, place hot eggplants in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10-15 minutes to steam, making them easier to peel. Drain excess liquid from peeled eggplant flesh.
Step 4
Transfer eggplant flesh to a bowl. Mash with a fork or process briefly in a food processor (for a smoother texture). Add tahini, plain yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt.
Step 5
Mix until well combined and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For extra creaminess, you can add a tablespoon or two of cold water.
Step 6
Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with warm pita bread or fresh vegetables.