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Moroccan Eggplant Dip

Irresistible Moroccan Eggplant Dip: Smoky, Flavorful Delight

Enjoy a smoky, flavorful Moroccan Eggplant Dip, or Zaalouk, perfect for dipping or as a salad.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 medium eggplants globe variety preferred
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 medium tomatoes vine-ripened for maximum flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika preferably smoked
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili powder, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • fork

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Using a fork, prick several holes in the skin of each eggplant, place on a baking sheet, and roast for 35-45 minutes.
  3. While the eggplants are roasting, wash and dice the tomatoes.
  4. In a saucepan, heat olive oil and cook the chopped tomatoes, garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne, and salt for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Once the eggplants are roasted, scoop out the flesh and mix it into the saucepan.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice; taste and adjust salt if needed.
  7. Allow to cool, refrigerate for at least one hour, then serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Zaalouk can also be served as a warm salad or spread. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days, and flavors improve over time.

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