Smoked aubergine purée

Side · Turkish classic.

Ingredients

• 2 medium Aubergine
• Juice of 1 Lemon
• 3 Cloves Crushed Garlic
• 150ml Yogurt
• Bunch Dill

Method

1. Grill — Heat grill to very hot. Slice the aubergines in half lengthways, then grill for 25 mins, turning occasionally, until soft – the skin will remain firm, but the flesh will soften.
2. Grill — Lift the aubergines off the grill and leave until cool enough to handle.
3. Grill — Using a sharp knife, score the grilled flesh and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
4. Continue cooking — Tip into a bowl and mash with a fork until you get a thick pulp.
5. Season — Beat in the lemon juice and garlic. Add the yogurt and dill, and season.
6. Serve — Serve while still warm.

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