Smoky Aubergine and Tahini Spread

Thermomix recipe: Smoky Aubergine and Tahini Spread. Ready in 35 minutes. Serves 4. Step-by-step Thermomix instructions on Chef Amai.

Ingredients

• 2 medium aubergines (approx. 600g), diced into 2cm cubes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 30 g olive oil
• 50 g water
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra smoky flavour)
• 60 g tahini
• 30 g fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
• 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Add garlic cloves to the mixing bowl. Chop 3 sec / Speed 7. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
2. Add 30 g olive oil to the bowl. Sauté 3 min / 120°C / Speed 1.
3. Add the diced aubergine, 50 g water, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (if using) to the mixing bowl. Cook 20 min / 100°C / Speed 1 (Reverse), placing the simmering basket on the lid instead of the measuring cup to allow for evaporation.
4. After 10 minutes of cooking, pause the Thermomix. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with the spatula to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking. Continue cooking.
5. Once the aubergine is very soft and cooked through, add 60 g tahini, 30 g fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the bowl. Blend 20 sec / Speed 5, or until smooth and creamy. Scrape down and blend again if needed for desired consistency.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Blend 10 sec / Speed 3 (Reverse) to incorporate any added seasoning.
7. Transfer the spread to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve with toasted bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

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