Taheeni (lebanese cocktail dip)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupCooked, mashed, eggplant
3tablespoonsLemon jucie
3tablespoonsOlive oil
1largeClove garlic
1teaspoonSalt
1tablespoonSesame seeds
2tablespoonsFinely chopped parsley

Directions

Into blender put eggplant, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and salt.

Blend on high speed for one minute or until creamy, stopping to stir down if necessary. Pour into serving bowl and sprinkle top with the sesame seeds and parsley. Chill and serve with raw vegetables, leaves of romaine lettuce, or crackers. From: "A Treasury Of Great Recipes" by Mary and Vincent Price.