Ingredients:
- 2 large (1.5 lb / 680g) Italian eggplants
- 3 tbsp (45g) tahini
- 2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves (6g) garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp (3g) sea salt
- 1 tbsp (15ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch (0.1g) smoked paprika
- 1 can (15 oz / 425g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup (125g) tahini
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp (30ml) ice-cold water
- 1 clove (3g) garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp (3g) ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp (3g) sea salt
Instructions:
- Prick eggplants with a fork and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 30–40 minutes until slumped and soft, or char directly over a gas flame, turning frequently until the skin is blackened and papery.
- Place hot eggplants in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10 minutes to loosen the skins.
- Scoop out the flesh, discard the skin, and place the pulp in a fine-mesh strainer for 15 minutes to remove excess bitter liquid.
- In a food processor, process tahini and lemon juice for 1 minute until whipped and pale.
- Add garlic, cumin, salt, and chickpeas. Blend until thick and mostly smooth.
- While the processor is running, drizzle in ice-cold water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus reaches a pale, velvety consistency.
- In the food processor, combine the drained eggplant pulp, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt; process until smooth or desired rustic texture is achieved.
- Transfer both dips to serving bowls, garnish with olive oil and smoked paprika, and serve.