Choka in a hurry

Eggplants roasting on stovetop. (Photo by Cynthia Nelson)

Hi Everyone, I have an idea to share with you. While it may not be original, I think I can safely say that perhaps many of you never thought of doing it. What is it? Fire-roasting eggplant and refrigerating the pulp for later use – such as a choka in a hurry.

If you have been following this column long enough, you’ll know that I have an undefined relationship with eggplant. You will also know that the only way I can tolerate