Thursday’s Side Dish: Baba Ghanoush

Mushy about flame-smoked eggplant salad

This Mediterranean dish is so versatile. Prepare baba ghanoush as a side dish, a dip for chips, or a spread for sandwiches. The different flavors combine with the creamy texture of cooked eggplant to make a tasty treat. If you’re willing to experiment, spread it on your favorite savory sandwiches instead of fat-laden mayo. Other suggestions: Use baba ghanoush as a filling for mushroom caps, stuffed tomatoes, and stuffed bell peppers. In Greece and Turkey, the name for this dish translates into “eggplant salad.” Here is a more detailed article and recipe.