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Borani Banjan: Afghan Eggplant Dish

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This Borani Banjan is a flavorful Afghan dish that combines fried eggplant with spiced tomato sauce and a tangy soy yogurt dressing. It's perfect for anyone looking to explore global cuisines or enjoy a hearty, plant-based meal.

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Ingredients

2 - 3 eggplants (sliced)

4 cloves garlic (minced)

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 tomatoes (diced)

1 onion (sliced (optional))

2 - 3 green chili peppers

2 tomatoes (sliced)

½ Seasonings: Salt ( tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp turmeric)

For the Sauce

1 cup soy yogurt

1 garlic clove (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Fry the Eggplants: Fry the sliced eggplants in oil until golden brown. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Prepare the Tomato Mixture: Sauté the garlic in oil. Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and turmeric. Cook on high heat for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Combine Ingredients: Add the fried eggplants, optional sliced onion, green chili peppers, and sliced tomatoes to the pan. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes on medium-low heat.

Step 4

For the Sauce

Step 1

Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix the soy yogurt with a minced garlic clove.

Step 2

Assemble: Spread some sauce on a serving dish. Add the eggplant mixture, and drizzle with more sauce.

Step 3

Garnish: Sprinkle dried mint and chili flakes. Serve with rice or naan.

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