Crispy Aubergine in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 aubergine
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 large onion
• 6 basil leaves
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 tbsp corn starch
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 cup olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Bake the aubergine for 30 minutes or grill until soft and the skin is charred. Peel and set aside.
3. In a bowl, mix the corn starch and flour, then add water and season with salt and pepper. Blend until well combined to create a batter.
4. Cut the aubergine lengthwise and dip in the batter, then fry until golden yellow.
5. For the sauce, fry the onion until translucent, then add the diced tomatoes and sauté until soft.
6. Stir in the tomato paste until well combined, then add the finely chopped basil leaves.
7. Serve the crispy aubergine on a plate with the tomato sauce.