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MezeRoasted Eggplant Dip with Cheese

Roasted Eggplant Dip with Cheese

Quick answer

Roast the eggplants, peel them, and mash them with cheese and spices. Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with olive oil.

Total time
45 dk
Servings
4
Calories (est.)
~180 kcal
Difficulty
kolay

eggplant dip with cheese · easy appetizer recipes · roasted eggplant meze

45 dk · 4 servings · 180 kcal

Tips and measures

Ingredients

  • 3 medium eggplants
  • 150g feta cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Half bunch parsley
  • 1 tsp salt

Method

  1. Roast the eggplants on the stove or in the oven.
  2. Peel the roasted eggplants and chop them finely.
  3. Mash the feta cheese in a mixing bowl with a fork.
  4. Combine the chopped eggplant, mashed cheese, garlic, and spices.
  5. Mix well and spread onto a serving plate.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with parsley before serving.

Let the roasted eggplants sit in a strainer for 10 minutes to drain any bitter juices.

FAQ

Which cheese should I use?

A firm and salty feta cheese or Ezine cheese provides the best results.

How to roast eggplants?

Roasting them over an open flame provides a smokier and more intense aroma.

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