Fondant Eggplant
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True to the word 'fondant,' which means 'melting' in French, this sautéed eggplant dish has a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The savory depth of anchovies and aromatics is enhanced by a subtle hint of curry powder.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Peel the eggplants, cut into thick rounds, and sprinkle with salt. → Finely chop the aromatics and anchovies. → Sear the eggplants over high heat until fragrant, then remove from the pan. → Stir-fry the anchovies, aromatics, and chili pepper; return the eggplant, add curry powder and liquid, cover, and simmer until tender. → Plate the dish and finish with lemon juice, Italian parsley, and olive oil.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Peel the eggplants, cut into thick rounds, and sprinkle with salt. → Finely chop the aromatics and anchovies. → Sear the eggplants over high heat until fragrant, then remove from the pan. → Stir-fry the anchovies, aromatics, and chili pepper; return the eggplant, add curry powder and liquid, cover, and simmer until tender. → Plate the dish and finish with lemon juice, Italian parsley, and olive oil.
Introduction
True to the word 'fondant,' which means 'melting' in French, this sautéed eggplant dish has a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The savory depth of anchovies and aromatics is enhanced by a subtle hint of curry powder.
Step 1
Trim the stems off the eggplants, peel them, and cut into thick rounds. Sprinkle with salt, rub gently, and let sit for a moment.
Step 2
Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger. Mince the anchovy as well.
Step 3
Add olive oil to a frying pan and sear both sides of the eggplant over high heat until nicely browned and fragrant; remove from the pan.
Step 4
Add a little more olive oil to the same pan, then add the minced anchovy, chopped aromatics (onion, garlic, ginger), and the chili pepper; sauté slowly.
Step 5
Once fragrant, return the seared eggplant to the pan, add a tiny pinch of curry powder as a secret ingredient, and stir gently to combine.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Peeling the eggplant skin thoroughly ensures a superior melting texture without any tough bits. ✨
When searing the eggplant initially, using high heat to create a fragrant, golden-brown crust is key to unlocking the flavor. 🔥
Adding just a small pinch of curry powder serves as a secret ingredient that provides depth and dimension to the flavor profile without making it taste like curry. 💡
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