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Aubergine Pilaf in red curry

A fiery take on Aubergine Pilaf, built on red curry and finished the way we like it. Ready in about 50 min and easily enough for 8 people.

4.6 from 2,671 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook30 min
Serves8
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Aubergine Pilaf in red curry
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the red curry elements, and pat the aubergine dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the aubergine and stir-fry until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the coconut milk and the rest of the red curry flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the fennel along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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