Spicy Balado Eggplant
Spicy Balado Eggplant Ingredients 2 medium eggplants, cut into desired pieces 100g red chilies (adjust to your spice preference) 5-7 shallots 3 cloves garlic 1 medium tomato 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/4 teaspoon sugar (or to taste) 2 kaffir lime leaves (optional) Cooking oil for frying and sautéing Instructions Wash and cut the eggplants into bite-sized pieces. Lightly fry them until tender and slightly browned, or steam them until tender. Set aside. Prepare the spice paste: In a food processor or mortar and pestle, blend or finely grind the red chilies, shallots, garlic, and tomato until a smooth paste is formed. Heat 3-4 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan or wok over medium heat. Add the prepared spice paste and sauté until fragrant and the oil separates from the paste (this indicates the spices are well cooked), about 5-7 minutes. Add salt, sugar, and kaffir lime leaves (if using) to the spice paste. Stir well and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add the pre-cooked ...
