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Mirza Ghasemi

Smoky aubergine, garlic and tomato scrambled with egg. Spoon it onto flatbread or rice.

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  • Time40 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £1.23 a head
  • Oven220°C (200°C fan)

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Prick the aubergines, then roast for 40 minutes until collapsed and wrinkly. Or char them over a gas flame, turning.

    40 min
  2. 2

    Cool a little, peel off the skin and mash the soft flesh with a fork.

  3. 3

    Heat the oil in a wide pan. Fry the garlic for 1 minute with the turmeric, then add the tomatoes and cook for 8 minutes until thick.

    8 min
  4. 4

    Stir in the aubergine and cook for 5 minutes, season well.

    5 min
  5. 5

    Make a well, pour in the eggs and stir through gently until just set, about 2 minutes. Serve warm.

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