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Baba ganoush
Baba ganoush

This simplified baba ganoush is a lovely veggie barbecue or picnic accompaniment.

Ingredients

Preparation method

  1. Heat the oil in an oven-proof frying pan over a medium heat. Add the aubergine and onion and fry for fifteen minutes to soften. Add the garlic and fry for two minutes

  2. Meanwhile, heat a griddle pan. Brush the ciabatta with oil and grill the bread on each side for 1-2 minutes, or until brown stripes appear.

  3. Place the aubergine mixture into a food processor with the basil and a splash of oil. Blend to a rough paste and pour out into a bowl.

  4. Serve the aubergine mixture with the griddled bread.

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