Smoky Eggplant-Mushroom Dip with Lentils - alive magazine

Smoky Eggplant-Mushroom Dip with Lentils - alive magazine

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This Middle Eastern-inspired grilled eggplant dip (moutabal) gets an infusion of umami flavour courtesy of mushroom powder. Powdered lion’s mane, reishi…

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Grill
  • Tongs
  • Oven
  • Broiler pan
  • Saucepan
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving platter
  • Plate
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Stove
  • Colander
  • Garlic press
  • Kitchen towel

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup (180 mL) French green or black (beluga) lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 2 medium globe eggplants
  • 1/3 cup (80 mL) tahini
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) mushroom powder
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
  • 1 cup (250 mL) chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced mint
  • 1 cup (250 mL) pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) shelled pistachios
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) balsamic vinegar
  • 4 Middle Eastern-style pitas

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