Aubergine???

[Lenazabaglione]

Made the mistake of taking DH food shopping with me yesterday. Now have an aubergine that neither of us have any plans for. I have no idea what to do with it! A side dish would be good. Any suggestions??

[TwoAndTwoEqualsChaos]

www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/wordofmouth/2013/feb/20/how-to-cook-the-perfect-aubergine-parmigiana

www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/oct/19/10-best-aubergine-recipes

www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/collection/aubergine

www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/ratatouille_19540

www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/oct/09/jack-monroe-aubergine-chickpea-curry-recipe

[mmmmmchocolate]

You could do a simple ratatouille, which would be nice with chicken or fish? My favourite thing to do with aubergine is to slice lengthways, spread with tomato sauce from a jar and sprinkle with cheese/top with mushrooms or peppers. It's like a bread less pizza and delicious with some salad.

[trixymalixy]

Aubergine parmigiana. Mmmm.

[GinSolvesEverything]

Do you have a griddle pan? Brush with olive oil, and slap on the pan. Lots of salt and a bit more oil after it's done. Then use to make bruschetta - tomatos cooked down to a sauce, garlic, toasted bread, capers, anything really!

[Lenazabaglione]

Thanks everyone. I lightly battered slices and shallow fried in the end. Yum!