Baba Ghanuj

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Prick eggplants all over with a fork; place on a baking sheet.
2. 2
   Roast eggplants in the preheated oven, turning occasionally, until charred and tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
3. 3
   Thread garlic cloves on a skewer.
4. 4
   Roast garlic in the preheated oven, turning once, until charred and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
5. 5
   Cool eggplants and garlic until easily handled, about 5 minutes. Peel and transfer to a food processor. Add lemon juice, tahini, and salt; process until smooth.
6. 6
   Drizzle eggplant mixture with olive oil and sprinkle with sumac.