Ingredients
Method
Main
1.Stir vinegar, sugar, cumin and bay leaves in a saucepan over high heat until sugar dissolves, cool to room temperature to infuse flavours.
2.Meanwhile, combine eggplant and salt in a colander, toss to coat well, stand to extract bitter juices (30 minutes), rinse and pat dry with absorbent paper.
3.Bring pickling liquid to the boil over medium-high heat, add eggplant, simmer until tender (15-20 minutes). Remove eggplant with a slotted spoon (discard liquid), combine in a bowl with oil, parsley and garlic, season to taste, cool to room temperature and serve with char-grilled flatbread. Pickled eggplant will keep refrigerated for a week; bring to room temperature before serving.
This recipe is from the May 2012 issue of .
Drink Suggestion: Glass of ouzo with plenty of ice and a splash of water. Drink suggestion by Sam Christie
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