2 tblsp oil or ghee

1 half tsp cumin seeds

1 large onion, chopped

1 tblsp tomato paste

3 large cloves of garlic, chopped

1 tin tomato

1 tsp salt

Chili to taste, in whichever way, shape or form available

1 half tsp turmeric

1 large aubergine, in large cubes

75 g peas

Sizzle the cumin seeds in the oil, stirring, then add the onions and cook for about ten minutes till the onions are translucent but not brown. Add the garlic, stir-fry for a couple of minutes, then add the tomato paste and stir. Add the tin of tomatoes, chili, turmeric and salt, and cook for about five minutes.

Now add the aubergine, mix well, cover and cook for around ten minutes till the aubergines are done, stirring occasionally. Finally add the peas and cook briefly till they are heated through.