There are people who are crazy for yogurt. In fact, they always keep a tub of yogurt on the top shelf of their fridge on a regular basis. It only makes sense for them to also be fond of any type of borani…well unless someone decides to make one with Brussels Sprouts, then the chances are as high as 99%. It seems that eggplant and pomegranate go very well together, hence, here's the recipe for a wonderful combination.
# Wash and place eggplants in a 400 degree oven for 40 minutes, or until eggplant is cooked
# Place garlic in a foil pouch and allow to roast along with the eggplants
# In the mean time slice onions in half moons, then sauté in olive oil until golden
# Separate eggplant pulp from skin, then add to the onion along with garlic
# Cook eggplant and onion for 15 minutes stirring constantly so that any moisture is evaporated and the eggplant is fully cooked.
# Season with salt and pepper
# Add pomegranate molasses and cook for 5 minutes longer
# Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil along with 1 tablespoon of dried mint; allow for the flavor of the mint to rise, then turn off and let sit until serving time
# Allow the dip to sit about 2 hours before serving so that the flavor come together
# Just before serving add yogurt and warmed olive oil infused with dried mint
# Decorate with a few pomegranate arils.
# Serve warm or at room temperature with bread slices
# For a vegan option, omit yogurt
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