Spicy Eggplant (Aubergine) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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The combination of cumin and fennel, freshly grated ginger, coriander and cardamom make this a delicious and spicy side dish that's also suitable for vegetarians. Ingredients:
2 large eggplants |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 teaspoon cumin seed |
1 teaspoon fennel seed |
1 lb tomato, skinned and chopped |
1 inch fresh ginger, grated |
4 garlic cloves |
1 teaspoon ground coriander |
1 teaspoon ground cardamom |
1 cup vegetable broth |
salt & freshly ground black pepper |
chopped fresh coriander, for garnish |
Directions:
1. Wipe the eggplants and remove the stalks; cut into bite size pieces.
2. Fry the eggplant in the oil for about 5 minutes, or until brown.
3. Drain on paper towels.
4. Fry the cumin and fennel seeds for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, grated ginger, crushed garlic, coriander, cardamom and vegetable broth; simmer for about 20 minutes until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
6. Return the eggplant pieces to the pan and heat through.
7. Serve eggplant garnished with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
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