Baba Ghanouj

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the broiler.
2. 2
   Set the eggplants on a large baking sheet and rub with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
3. 3
   Broil 8 inches from the heat for about 15 minutes, turning them every 5 minutes, until charred all over and soft inside.
4. 4
   Transfer the eggplants to a large bowl and let cool.
5. 5
   Discard the stems and peel the eggplants.
6. 6
   Coarsely chop one-third of the eggplant.
7. 7
   Put the remaining eggplant in a food processor.
8. 8
   Add the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil and the lemon juice, tahini, garlic, cayenne pepper and 2 teaspoons of salt and puree until smooth.
9. 9
   Transfer to a medium bowl and fold in the chopped eggplant.
10. 10
    Garnish with the chopped parsley and serve.