Aubergine and sesame pate
2 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| ½ | medium | Aubergine |
| 1 | Crushed garlic cloves | |
| 1½ | tablespoon | Tahini |
| Toasted Sesame seeds | ||
| Cayenne Pepper | ||
| ¼ | Juice of 1 lemon | |
| 1 | tablespoon | Olive oil |
| Seasoning | ||
| Flatleaf Parsley | ||
Directions
GARNISH
1> Preheat the oven to 200c/400f/Gas 6. Bake the aubergine for 25-30 minutes until tender. Cool slightly , then peel and puree the flesh in a blender or processor.
2. Add the garlic, tahini and lemon juice and process until mixed.
With the motor running, drizzle in the oil to make a smooth paste.
Season to taste.
Transfer to a serving dish, garnish and serve cold with pitta bread.