Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 13 cup olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
  • 3 small Japanese eggplants, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 15 button mushrooms, halved or quartered if large
  • Salt to taste

Method

  • Place the cumin and curry powder in a small skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook, stirring, just until toasted, about 30 seconds.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan.
  • Add spices and remaining ingredients and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Season with salt and serve.