Thai Eggplant Curry
A flavorful and aromatic curry made with eggplant, inspired by Thai cuisine. This dish is perfect as a main course or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- β2 medium eggplantcut into bite-sized pieces
- β2 tablespoons curry pasteThai red curry paste
- β1 can (14 oz) coconut milkfull-fat canned coconut milk
- β2 tablespoons fish sauceoptional, omit for vegetarian version
- β1 tablespoon sugaror to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add curry paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Add eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine.
- 5
Add fish sauce and sugar, if using, and stir to combine.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- 7
Season with salt to taste.
- 8
Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with fresh herbs, if desired.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!