Authentic Turkish Smoked Aubergine Purée Recipe
Authentic Turkish Side recipe — Smoked aubergine purée. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 medium aubergines (Smoky flavor is enhanced by grilling.)
- 2 tablespoons tahini (Adds creaminess and depth.)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (Freshly squeezed for best flavor.)
- 2 cloves garlic (Minced or crushed.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Extra virgin preferred.)
- 1 teaspoon salt (Adjust to taste.)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (Freshly ground for flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (Chopped, for garnish.)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (For additional smoky flavor.)
Instructions
5 steps
Prepare the Aubergines
Preheat your grill. Prick the aubergines with a fork and grill them until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
Turn them occasionally for even cooking.Cool and Scoop
Once grilled, allow the aubergines to cool slightly. Scoop the flesh out and discard the skin.
The smoky flavor will be more pronounced if you let them cool.Blend the Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the grilled aubergine flesh, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed.Taste and Adjust
Taste the purée and adjust the seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or garlic if desired.
A bit of smoked paprika can enhance the flavor.Serve
Transfer the purée to a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with parsley.
Serve warm or at room temperature with pita bread.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your turkish meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Authentic Turkish Smoked Aubergine Purée Recipe is a beloved dish from Turkish cuisine.
Turkish cuisine is a fascinating blend of Central Asian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan influences. It's considered one of the three great cuisines in the world alongside French and Chinese.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 9 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can prepare it a day ahead; just store it in the fridge.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
