Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely grated or minced
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for finishing
  • 1½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 tbsp finely diced red onion, optional
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1–2 tbsp crumbled feta

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Method

  1. Heat the grill to medium-high, around 400–450°F.
  2. Pierce each eggplant a few times with a fork, then wrap each one tightly in aluminum foil.
  3. Place directly on the grill and cook for 30–40 minutes, turning every 8–10 minutes, until the eggplant is completely soft and collapsed inside.
  4. Remove from the grill and let cool for about 10 minutes.
  5. Open the foil, split the eggplants, and scoop the flesh into a colander. Let it drain for 10–15 minutes so the dip doesn’t get watery.
  6. Roughly chop or mash the eggplant. Mix in the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, parsley, red onion, salt, and pepper.
  7. Let it sit for 20–30 minutes before serving so the flavors come together.

Finish with fancy peasant olive oil and parsley, and serve with warm pita or grilled bread.

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