Mutabbul

Mutabbul

Ingredients:

3 large aubergines
3-4 cloves garlic, skinned and crushed
75-100 ml tahini paste
1 lemon, juice of
1 pinch paprika
salt
Garnish with chopped mint

Directions:

1. Grill the aubergines- under a medium heat first, then a high heat after about 7 mins, until well blackened and soft, about 20-25 mins.

2. Remove the skin while holding under a cold tap, then gently squeeze to get rid of the juices.

3. Blend the flesh in a processor.

4. Add garlic and about 75mls tahini blend again.

5. Add lemon juice, paprika and salt to taste, then whizz until very smooth.

6. Now taste to see if you want to add any extra of the ingredients.

7.Pour into a dish and drizzle the olive oil on the top and the chopped mint

Serve with pita bread or sesame bread.

Mexican Caviar

Mexican Caviar

Prep Time: 10 Minutes.
Makes 32 servings.

Serve with tortilla chips.

Ingredients:

2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
5 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 1/2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chili peppers
1 (2.25 ounce) can chopped black olives
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

In a medium bowl, mix together tomatoes, green onions,
olive oil, tarragon vinegar, green chile peppers, black
olives, garlic salt and salt. Cover and refrigerate 6 hours or
overnight before serving.