Fried Eggplant That Tastes Like Mushrooms

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   How do you fry eggplant so it tastes like mushrooms? Gather all the ingredients for the recipe. You can peel the eggplant beforehand, but I usually don't and cook it just as it is.

2. Step 2:

   

   Cut the eggplant into small cubes. If you have a bitter variety, soak the cubes in salted water for 15–20 minutes, then drain and pat the eggplant dry.

3. Step 3:

   

   Wash and dry the eggs. Crack them into a small deep bowl and beat with a whisk or fork until smooth.

4. Step 4:

   

   Put the eggplant in a deep, appropriately sized dish. Pour in the beaten egg and mix well so every piece is coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes.

5. Step 5:

   

   Peel the onion and garlic, rinse them, and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the onion into small dice, and press the garlic or chop it with a knife.

6. Step 6:

   

   Heat refined vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.

7. Step 7:

   

   Add the eggplant to the skillet. Stir everything, turn the heat down to medium, and cook the eggplant, covered, until done — usually 20 to 30 minutes (depending on the size of the pieces). Lift the lid now and then to stir the contents.

8. Step 8:

   

   At the end of cooking, salt the eggplant to taste. Add pepper if you like. Turn the heat up to high and, stirring constantly, cook until an appetizing golden crust forms (1–3 minutes is plenty).

9. Step 9:

   

   Sprinkle the finished dish with finely chopped fresh herbs — green onion, parsley, or dill all work well. That's it, ready to serve!