Serious Eats: Recipes
Charred Eggplant and Tomatoes with Harissa and Mint
[Photograph: Max Falkowitz]
Young, firm eggplants are the best for this dish. Cook them just till they char and become tender, any longer and they will turn mushy. After a few seconds, they will absorb all the oil in the pan; they will cook just fine without the need for more.