CHOONTH WANGAN - STEWED APPLES AND EGGPLANT

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What a cool combo! Eggplant and apple!?! Mark Bittman says "The apples and eggplant complement each other perfectly, to the point where each loses a bit of its identity and gains something unusual." Sound fascinating!! From Mark Bittman's The Best Recipes in the World.

Provided by Stacy Goodall

Categories     Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 c corn, grapeseed, or other neutral oil
1 lb eggplant, preferably the small lavender kind, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 lb granny smith or other tart, crisp aples, peeled, cored, and cut into eighths
1/2 c tamarind paste
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 Tbsp ginger, peeled and minced
1 tsp cardamom, ground
1 tsp cinnamon, ground
pinch cloves, ground
1/4 tsp cayenne
1/4 tsp asafetida, optional
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
cilantro, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Put the oil in a large skillet, preferable nonstick, over medium heat. A minute later, add the eggplant and apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant and apples are both quite tender, 15 to 20 minute.
  • 2. Gently stir in all the remaining ingredients except the cilantro, along with 1/2 cup water; adjust the heat so the mixture simmers.
  • 3. Cook, stirring gently, until the mixture is thick. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then garnish and serve.

Ahmed Abh
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new vegetarian recipe.


Waqasahmad Waqasahmad
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's because I forgot to add the salt. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


Saleem Jan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now one of my go-to dishes for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Dadyskill DMK
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This dish was a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Abubakar Hayatudeen
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I loved the crispy edges of the eggplant in this dish. It added a nice textural contrast to the soft apples.


Aman Udass
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste, but I think that's because I used a bit too much oil. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


Doc Duct Tape
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This was a delicious and unique dish. I've never had anything like it before.


Asadul Islam
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The apples and spices really helped to balance out the flavor of the eggplant.


Aarnav Regmi
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover apples and eggplant. It's a simple recipe, but the flavors are amazing.


serials op
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I loved how easy this dish was to make. I was able to throw it together in no time and it turned out great.


Abdullah Mughal
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's because I used a sweeter variety of apples. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


Dulal Guala
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I thought this dish was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste.


Trustin Lee
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite vegetarian dishes. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make.


Fadumo Axmed
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the apples and eggplant.


Sohail Malik
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I loved this dish! The apples and eggplant were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish.


vghj vhh
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a bit too much chili powder. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


Dj Bd
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Noman Poli
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This was a really easy dish to make, and it turned out great! I especially loved the crispy edges of the eggplant.


Melody W
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the apples and eggplant paired together in this dish. The apples added a subtle sweetness that complemented the savory flavors of the eggplant and spices. I also liked the textural contrast between the soft appl


SK Islam Vai
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This Choonth Wangan was a delightful dish that combined the sweetness of apples and the savory richness of eggplant perfectly. The addition of spices like cumin and coriander gave it a lovely depth of flavor, and the yogurt added a cooling touch. I w