Aubergine and Sesame Pate



INGREDIENTS:

1/2 md Aubergine

1 Crushed garlic cloves

1 1/2 tb tahini

1/4 Juice of 1 lemon

1 tb olive oil

Seasoning

Garnish:

Toasted Sesame seeds

Cayenne Pepper

Flatleaf Parsley

DIRECTIONS:

1 Preheat the oven to 200c/400f/Gas 6. Bake the aubergine
for 25-30 minutes until tender. Cool slightly , then peel
and puree the flesh in a blender or processor.
  
2. Add the garlic, tahini and lemon juice and process until
mixed. With the motor running, drizzle in the oil to make a
smooth paste. Season to taste.
  
Transfer to a serving dish, garnish and serve cold with
pitta bread.



Aubergine and Sesame Pate