Eggplant (Wambatu) Curry
A rich and flavorful Sri Lankan eggplant curry, perfect as a vegetarian main dish or side.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Eggplant
- 3 tbsp Coconut oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2.54 cm Ginger
- 1 small Green chilies
- 1.5 tbsp Curry powder
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Cilantro
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Cut the eggplant into 2.54 cm cubes.
- 2Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 3Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until fragrant and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 4Add the curry powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 5Add the eggplant and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender.
- 7Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Allergy Disclaimer — Safe Plated Pte. Ltd.
This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
Keep a label checklist handy when you cook
Get the free 7-rule checklist for reading packaged-ingredient labels, then one practical allergy-aware tip each week. Confirm by email; no Safe Plated account needed.
One practical tip each week. Unsubscribe anytime. See our privacy policy.
More sri-lankan recipes to explore
Different recipes may contain different allergens. Review each ingredient list for your household.
Related Guides
Cooking with a packaged ingredient?
Paste the current ingredient list and see the exact allergen terms the checker recognises. Always verify the package in front of you.
Keep reading this recipe
Open this recipe in the appSign in to continue with this recipe. No meal plan generation needed.
Want a full week of recipes like this?
Get a personalized 7-day meal plan customized for your family's specific allergens. Every recipe is cross-checked by an independent AI.
Build my free 7-day planNo credit card required.