Eggplant Pilaf With Pine Nuts and Cumin Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1/2 lb)
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 1 cup white basmati rice
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/4 cup raisins or 1/4 cup dried currant
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cumin (to taste)
• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 large tomatoes, peeled seeded, and finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup shelled pine nuts, coarsely chopped (or pistachios)