Mutabal – Arabic Eggplant Dip

If you have been following my instagram account or reading my recipes on the blog then you will know how much I love aubergines also known as eggplant. I have several recipes which are persian both which can be served hot and cold. This time however, giving you the recipe to my mutable which is one of the best side dishes you can serve, especially when you have guests around.


I hope you try it and enjoy it!

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Cuisine
Time
Prep Time: 5 5 mins Cook Time: 30 30 mins Rest Time: 1 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
Servings 6
Ingredients
  • 3 Aubergines
  • 3 cloves Garlic crushed
  • 1/2 Lemon juiced
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons Tahini
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
  • Pomegranate seeds to garnish
  • Drizzle of Olive oil to garnish
  • Fresh chopped Mint to garnish
Instructions
  1. Roast the aubergines in an oven tray or over a stove top and once soft, peel off the skin and remove the seeds from the centre and chop finely with a knife.
  2. Place the aubergine in a large bowl with garlic, tahini, yogurt, lemon juice and cumin and whisk until well combined.
  3. Serve in a plate, garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, chopped fresh mint and pomegranate seeds.
Nelly
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I'm Nelly, the recipes I share here are inspired by the people, cultures and places beloved to me. Peanutswirls represents my love for food, cooking and hosting. I hope to share with you a taste of the Middle East influnced by my upbringing in the West.

I can't wait to see what we cook together.