**Introduction:**
Indulge in a culinary journey with a delightful duo of Mediterranean-inspired dips: the smoky and savory Chickpea Eggplant Dip and the tangy, refreshing Cucumber Yogurt Dip. These dips are a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Dive into the creamy richness of the Chickpea Eggplant Dip, where roasted eggplant and chickpeas blend seamlessly with tahini, garlic, and spices. Experience a burst of freshness with the Cucumber Yogurt Dip, where crisp cucumbers, tangy yogurt, and zesty herbs unite to create a light and flavorful spread. Both dips are incredibly versatile, serving as perfect accompaniments to pita bread, vegetable crudités, or crackers. Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a casual get-together, or simply seeking a healthy and delicious snack, these dips are sure to be the stars of the show.
CHICKPEA EGGPLANT DIP
From Marcus Samuelsson - this dip is so good. It is like hummous and baba ganoush had a delicious baby. The prep time looks super long because you have to soak the dried chickpeas.
Provided by Cadillacgirl
Categories Beans
Time 9h30m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak the dried chickpeas in cold water for 8 hours, then drain.
- Combine chickpeas, carrot, and onion in a medium saucepan, add 4 cups water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer until the chickpeas are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Drain, remove carrot and onion, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 300°F.
- Toss the garlic and eggplant with 1.4 cup of olive oil and arrange on a cookie sheet (eggplant with the cut side down) and roast for 40 minutes.
- Add the chilies to the roasting pan, cut side down and roast for another 10 minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle
- Scoop the flesh from the eggplant and transfer to a blender and then add the roasted garlic and chilies, chickpeas, harissa, cumin, remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, and 2-3 tbsp of the reserved cooking water.
- Puree, adding more of the cooking liquid 2-3 tbsp at a time if necessary until it's smooth and creamy.
- Serve at room temperature with pita!
CRISPY EGGPLANT AND CHICKPEAS
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch rounds. Slice the rounds into quarters, so that you have wedge-shaped eggplant pieces. Lay the slices on a sheet pan covered in paper towels. Sprinkle the eggplant with salt and let sit while you are preparing the chickpeas.
- Heat some oil, coming about halfway up the side of a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, until the oil is 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a cooling rack and paper towels.
- Mix the garam masala, cumin, granulated garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the mixture over the chickpeas and toss until coated. Carefully lower the chickpeas into the oil using a slotted spoon. Fry, stirring frequently, until they are deep brown and crispy, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the chickpeas to the paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with another tablespoon of the spice mixture and some salt.
- Transfer the eggplant slices to a dry paper towel and dab until very dry. Sprinkle the eggplant on both sides with the remaining spice mixture. Add the eggplant to the oil in batches, only adding a few at a time. Fry the eggplant, flipping and turning frequently until they are a deep golden brown and crispy on the edges, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Serve the eggplant chips and crispy chickpeas warm or at room temperature.
ROASTED EGGPLANT DIP W. CHICKPEAS
Learn to love the flavors of eggplant in this roasted eggplant dip recipe. You'll love the ease of roasting veggies and beans together to then quickly puree them into a scrumptious dip that's full of vitamins and antioxidants!
Provided by Luci Petlack
Categories Appetizer Appetizers Starters and Snacks
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place eggplant cubes in bowl of warm, salted water for 5 minutes. Drain water.
- Spread the eggplant, onion, and chickpeas in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and the black pepper. Stir all ingredients and spread back into a single layer. Bake for 10 minutes. Stir and bake for 10 more minutes, until the eggplant is tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes, until just barely warm.
- Transfer the contents of the baking sheet to a blender. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Puree until smooth. Add the cilantro. Process again until the cilantro becomes tiny green flecks throughout the dip. Add more salt to taste, if desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish. Drizzle with olive oil and top with cilantro leaves. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature with pita chips.
GRILLED EGGPLANT CHICKPEA WRAPS
The Middle Eastern staples eggplant and chickpeas plus a garlicky yogurt sauce give oomph to these simple vegetarian wraps. Be sure to get a good char on the eggplant and use ripe, juicy summer tomatoes.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grate the garlic into a medium bowl and pour the lemon juice over. Let stand about 2 minutes. Whisk in the yogurt, 2 tablespoons water and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Put the chickpeas in a large bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup of the yogurt sauce and set aside.
- Brush the eggplant slices generously with olive oil on one side and season with salt. Grill oiled-side down until charred, rotating once to char more of the surface, 2 minutes total. Brush oil on the top, sprinkle with salt, flip, and grill until charred and very tender, another 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the eggplant to a cutting board, chop roughly, and then stir gently into the chickpea mixture. Taste the mixture and season with salt, if needed.
- To make the wraps, spread 2 tablespoons of the yogurt sauce on one of the tortillas. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the oregano. Form about 1 scant cup of the chickpea mixture into a log across the wrap about 3 inches from the bottom, leaving a 1-inch border on each side. Top with some chopped tomatoes and a little salt, then add some cucumber and lettuce. Fold the sides of the wrap over the ends of the chickpea mixture, then roll up tightly from the bottom. Repeat for the remaining tortillas and filling. Cut each in half on the bias, and serve.
EGGPLANT AND CHICKPEA STEW
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place a flameproof casserole or other large, wide pan over medium heat, and heat oil. Add onion, and sauté until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, coriander, cumin, paprika and salt.
- Add eggplant and stir until well-coated with oil and spices and beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add wine, and bring mixture to a simmer. Add tomatoes and chickpeas and stir well. Bring mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to as low as possible. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 40 minutes.
- Allow stew to cool a bit, then serve warm, rather than piping hot. If desired, serve as a side dish with herbed and butterflied leg of lamb.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 270, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1029 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams
Tips:
- Use ripe eggplant: The riper the eggplant, the sweeter and less bitter it will be. Look for eggplants that are deep purple in color and have smooth, taut skin.
- Roast the eggplant: Roasting the eggplant brings out its natural sweetness and smoky flavor. You can roast the eggplant in the oven or on the grill.
- Use a food processor or blender: A food processor or blender will help you to create a smooth and creamy dip. If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mash the eggplant with a fork.
- Add flavorings: You can add a variety of flavorings to your dip, such as garlic, lemon juice, cumin, or paprika. Experiment with different flavors to find a combination that you like.
- Serve with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables: Chickpea eggplant dip is a delicious appetizer or snack. Serve it with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.
Conclusion:
Chickpea eggplant dip is a healthy and delicious dip that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new dip to try, give chickpea eggplant dip a try. You won't be disappointed!
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