Grilled Aubergine
Thai Thai - Grilled Dishes

Grilled Aubergine

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Chargrilled over glowing charcoal embers with an authentic smoky char, served with handcrafted accompaniments and savoury reductions.

Ingredients

  • • 4 Thai aubergines, halved
  • • 3 bird's eye chilies
  • • 5 cloves garlic
  • • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tbsp palm sugar
  • • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • • 1/4 cup coconut milk

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Brush the aubergine halves with oil.

2
Phase 2

Pound the chilies and garlic; stir in fish sauce, palm sugar, lime juice, and coconut milk.

3
Phase 3

Grill the aubergine cut-side down for 4-5 minutes until charred, then turn and grill until soft.

4
Phase 4

Serve the charred aubergine with the nam prik and steamed jasmine rice.