Eggplant Tahini Pate
Description
This Indian appetizer features Eggplant, Garlic clove, Shallots, Garam Masala, Tahini (creamed sesame. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, smooth, comforting richness. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Salt to taste 2 ts Olive oil Cayenne pepper Halved lemon slices (opt) Fresh parsley sprig (opt) Pita bread, cut in strips Preheat oven to 350'F. (175'C.). Prick eggplant several times with a fork. Bake eggplant in preheated oven 30-40 minutes or until softened and skin has turned dark brown. Cool, trim ends and peel eggplant. Process flesh in a blender or food processor with garlic, shallots, Garam Masala, tahini, lemon peel and juice until smooth and evenly combined. Season with salt. Spoon mixture into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley sprig, if desired, and serve with pita bread
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peel, finely grated
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 46.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 5.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.5g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 1.4g
- Protein 1.9g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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