MOUTTABEL

MOUTTABEL: (Serves 2)
INGREDIENTS:

1 large eggplant
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp yogurt
2 tbsp tahini
2 tsp olive oil, for garnishing
Juice of half a lemon,for garnishing
Pomegranate seeds, for garnishing

METHOD:

• Place whole eggplant on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 180c until outer skin is crisp and inside is soft.Set aside to cool for 20 minutes.
• Cut open the eggplant and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Discard the skin.
• Add garlic, salt, lemon juice, yogurt, tahini, and mash by hand until a smooth puree is achieved, or in a blender for 5 seconds.
• Spoon on to a serving dish. Garnish with olive oil and lemon juice. Decorate with pomegranate seeds, parsley or paprika. Serve chilled or at room temperature with pita bread.