Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 14 teaspoon chili flakes
  • salt
  • 8 ounces plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mint, chopped
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Method

  • Trim the eggplant and cut lengthwise into 6 thick slices.
  • Season all over and brush with 2 tablespoons of the oil.
  • Heat the remaining oil in a small pan and add the tomatoes, garlic and chili flakes, along with a little salt.
  • Cook gently for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are just softened.
  • In a small bowl, mix the yogurt with the mint and some salt and pepper.
  • Heat a barbecue or grill pan, and cook the eggplant slices for 5-6 minutes each side until nicely browned and softened.
  • Serve 3 slices per person with the minty yogurt and tomato sauces.