The plate showcases a tall stack, a tower of sorts with alternating layers of vibrant eggplant masala and golden toast. A dollop of creamy white spiced yogurt is artfully placed on top, with a sprinkle of vivid green chopped coriander around. Some richly orange masala sauce gathers invitingly at the base of the stack.

Brunch Eggplant Masala Stack with Spiced Yogurt

Name: Brunch Eggplant Masala Stack with Spiced Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Indian Fusion
Ingredients: eggplant, 1 medium, thinly sliced; whole grain bread, 4 slices, toasted; plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup None; garam masala, 1 tablespoon None; turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon None; cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon None; coriander leaves, handful chopped; vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons None; salt, to taste None

Category Brunch

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Indian Fusion

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: September 21, 2024

Straddling the line between traditional and fusion, this Brunch Eggplant is inspired by Indian flavors. The star of the show, eggplant, is a fall gem, here is bathed in spices and cooked until it's sweet and velvety, while the accompanying elements add an unexpected crunch and tang.

Ingredients (for 2)

Eggplant - 1 - medium, thinly sliced
Whole grain bread - 4 - slices, toasted
Plain greek yogurt - 1/2 cup
Garam masala - 1 tablespoon
Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
Coriander leaves - handful - chopped
Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥣 🌶️ 🧂

In a bowl, mix garam masala, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt.
Step 2 - 🍆 🖌️ 🧄

Brush the eggplant slices on both sides with oil and sprinkle the spice mix evenly on them. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
Step 3 - 🍳 🍆 🌡️

Heat a non-stick pan and cook the eggplant slices in batches until they are soft and golden.
Step 4 - 🥣 🍦 🌶️

In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with a quarter teaspoon of garam masala.
Step 5 - 🍽️ 🍞 🍆

To plate, stack a slice of the toasted bread, place an eggplant slice on top, add some spiced yogurt, and repeat creating a stack.
Step 6 - 🍽️ 🍦 🍛

Serve it hot with a final dollop of yogurt on top and a sprinkle of chopped coriander.

Additional

Fun fact: Eggplant, or brinjal as it's known in India, is widely used in various Indian cuisines. It's believed to have originated in India where it's been cultivated for over 4000 years. It absorbs the spices quite well and grills beautifully, making it a preferred choice for many dishes. For a non-dairy version, replace the yogurt with a vegan alternative or with pureed avocado. To involve kids, let them brush oil and sprinkle spice mix on the eggplants.