Baba Ghanoush (Eggplant, tahini and olive appetizer)

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees

Step 2

Place whole eggplant on a baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour until the outer shell is crisp and the inside is soft.

Step 3

Let the eggplant cool, then remove the green cap and skin.

Step 4

Spoon the inside into a food processor or blender

Step 5

Add garlic, tahini, salt, lemon juice and yogurt.

Step 6

Puree until creamy

Step 7

Spoon into a serving dish and garnish with olive oil and whole olives

Step 8

Serve warm or cold, with khubz or vegetables for dipping