by THEYUMMYBOWL
This Thai Red Eggplant Curry is rich in umami, blending fried eggplant, sautéed onion, Thai spices, red curry paste, coconut milk, fresh lime, and juicy tomatoes.
If serving with rice, start cooking it. Cut eggplant into 1-2 inch cubes (avoid cutting too small as they shrink).
Sauté eggplant in olive oil for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add garlic, onion, red curry paste, and spices, cooking until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
Add coconut milk and diced tomatoes, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-25 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Stir in lime juice, remove from heat, and let rest for 5-10 minutes to thicken. Optionally, add a drizzle of maple syrup for sweetness.
Serve over rice, garnish with fresh cilantro, and enjoy!