Eggplant Fry (Menthi Vankai Vepudu)

Ingredients:

Long egg plant - 5
Chana dal - 2 Tbsp
Urad dal - 2 Tbsp
Red chilies - 2 or 3
Methi (Fenugreek) - 2 tsp
Coriander Powder - 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp

Procedure:

• In a pan add 1 tsp oil on low heat. Roast chanadal, urad dal, fenugreek seeds and red chilies.
• Once roasted grind them into a smooth powder with coriander powder. Set it aside.
• In a pan heat 1 Tbsp oil on medium heat. Add eggplant (cut into big chunks), turmeric and salt to taste. Mix well and cover and cook for 5 minutes.
• When the eggplant turns golden brown turn them over to the other side. Cover and cook for 3 more minutes.
• Sprinkle the dry roasted powder. Mix gently and let it cook for 2 more minutes. It is ready to be served.