Ingredients

  • 2 small or 1 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed
  • Warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus additional to taste
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
  • Ground black pepper to taste

Method

  • Put the eggplant into a large bowl, cover with warm water, add the 1 teaspoon salt, and let soak for 20 minutes.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the oil, then the eggplant, onion, bell pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.