Sri Lankan
Eggplant Moju
“A tangy and spicy pickled eggplant dish.”
Eggplant
Vinegar
Mustard seeds
Turmeric
salt
GarlicMedium12 min
Where it comes from
Eggplant Moju is a common side dish in Sri Lankan meals, showcasing the use of pickling techniques.
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How it's made
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How it's made
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Cut the eggplant into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the eggplant until golden brown, about 7 minutes.
Watch outEnsure the eggplant is not overcrowded in the pan to avoid steaming instead of frying.
- 22 min
In a separate pan, toast mustard seeds until they start to pop. Add turmeric, salt, and minced garlic, stirring until aromatic, about 2 minutes.
- 33 min
Add the fried eggplant to the spice mixture. Pour in vinegar and stir to coat the eggplant, cooking for another 3 minutes until the flavors meld.
