Pierce eggplants all over with a fork and place on a rimmed baking sheet.

Grill or broil, turning frequently, until completely charred and soft, about 20 minutes.

Let cool for 5 minutes.

Baigan Chokha (Roasted Spiced Eggplant)

Photo: Penny De Los Santos

Scrape out the flesh (discard the skins).

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add onion and cook, stirring often, until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Add garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until dark golden brown, about 1 minute.

Stir in tomato and chile; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.

Serve topped with culantro (or cilantro).

Tips:

Scotch bonnet chilesare a common ingredient in Trinidadian cuisine.

They are some of the hotter peppers on the Scoville scale.

Buy it fresh at international markets or dried online.

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