Dried Aubergine Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried aubergine strips , rehydrated as per instructions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion , finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves , minced
• 2 large fresh tomatoes , chopped or 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 2 cups vegetable broth (or water for rehydration and cooking)
• 1 teaspoon salt , adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
• Freshly ground black pepper , to taste