Baingan ka Shahi Bharta - Indian Creamy Mashed Eggplant with Peas | Two Jade Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 large oval-shaped eggplant (about 1 pound)
• 1 large onion
• 1 large garlic clove
• 1-3 fresh green chilies
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
• 1 large tomato, or the equivalent of canned tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup heavy or light cream (half-and-half)