This eggplant dish is flavorful and tangy. Good as a side or in a wrap.
Ingredients
1lbdark eggplant
1mediumonion(sliced)
1½tspginger(chopped finely)
1mediumgreen chili(chopped in half)
½tspcumin seeds
½tspturmeric powder
1tspcumin powder
½tspred chili powder(optional)
3tbspplain yogurt(beaten smooth)
½tspgaram masala(found in Indian grocery stores)
3tbspcooking oil
1tspsalt(or to your taste)
¼cupwater
2tbspchopped cilantro(for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and drain the eggplant. Cut them into round slices (not too thick) or into bite-sized bits.
Mix all the dry spice powders and salt in a medium bowl with the chopped eggplant. Make sure the eggplant is well-coated with all the spices. Set aside.
Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed wok or skillet on medium-high heat.
Add the cumin seeds, stir for about 20 seconds.
Add the chopped green chili. Stir. Stir it. About 20 seconds.
Now, add the chopped ginger and stir for about 30 seconds.
Add the sliced onions. Sauté the onion for 4 minutes until it starts to turn slightly brown.
Now add the marinated eggplant. Stir well.
Add ¼ cup of water. Cover, turn the heat down to medium, and let it cook for 4 minutes until the sliced eggplants turn semi-soft and the oil starts to surface.
Uncover and add the yogurt. Stir well and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the oil begins to surface again and the eggplant is cooked. Approximately 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, taste and test it for salt. Add more, if needed. Stir. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes so that the flavors are well absorbed.
Empty into a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Use in a wrap or with rice and dal or dal and roti.
Notes
If lactose intolerant, add a tablespoon of tomato paste or 2-3 tablespoons of tomato sauce. Add it after the onions are done. Cook for about 2 minutes, and then add the eggplant.