Melidzanosalata (Greek Eggplant Dip)

Name: Melidzanosalata (Greek Eggplant Dip)
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 60 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: eggplant medium size — 3 pcs; garlic — 3 clove; red onion, small — 1 pcs; small parsley bundle — 20 g; extra virgin olive oil — 60 g; salt and ground black pepper by taste; feta cheese; olives; walnuts; extra virgin olive oil; parsley

60 minutes

Easy

Melidzanosalata is a Greek dip based on grilled eggplant. The classic method is to grill them over an open fire so that the skin is partially charred. Some enthusiasts roast the eggplants over a gas burner and then bake them in the oven. I have simplified the recipe for those who have neither a grill nor a gas stove and suggest simply roasting the eggplants in the oven at a high temperature.

Additional toppings - olives, cheese, herbs, etc. - are up to your choice and taste. You can add everything at once, choose one thing or limit yourself to adding only flavored extra virgin olive oil. Either way, it will be delicious.

Oh, and don't forget the delicious bread to go with it all.

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Ingredients for 4 servings:

Base

Additions

Recipe:

Source: https://flavorit.com/recipe/melidzanosalata-greek-eggplant-dip/

Pierce the eggplants with a fork in several places and place them on a baking sheet.

If you are making melidzanosalata by charring the eggplants, char them over a gas burner and then place them on the tray.

Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (430°F) until soft, about 30 minutes. If your oven has a convection fan – great, turn it on.

Remove the roasted eggplant from the oven and cover with aluminum foil.

Let stand for 10-15 minutes to help the skin come off. Remove the skin and place the eggplants in a bowl to cool completely.

Mash the eggplant with a fork.

If you want a smoother texture, process some or all of the eggplant with a blender.

Add finely chopped onion, garlic, parsley, salt and ground black pepper, olive oil and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. If you like lemon flavor in your appetizers, add some finely grated lemon zest.