Smoky, Creamy Baba Ghanoush Fresh Made From Grilled Eggplants

Zahle-Style Baba Ghanoush is a tribute to the mountain flavors of Lebanon, where eggplants are not just roasted—they’re grilled over open flame or hot charcoal until their skins blister and blacken, soaking up an intensely smoky aroma. This method, often done outdoors, captures the soul of Zahle’s rustic culinary traditions. Once perfectly charred, the eggplants are peeled and their silky flesh mashed with rich tahini, bright lemon juice, fresh garlic, and a drizzle of Lebanese olive oil.