Rooted in Rasam

How to keep 🍆 Brinjal or Eggplant from becoming soggy when cooking ?
Sprinkle some salt after cutting and keep on paper towels for 15 to 20 mts before cooking. This soaks the moisture up.

Roasted Eggplant in Air Fryer

Slice 2 cups of Brinjal 🍆 or Eggplant
Sprinkle 1/2 tsp Salt and rest for 15 to 20 mts

Make a paste of
2 tsp Rasam Podi
1/2 tsp each Turmeric
                         Salt
                         Asafoetida
2 tbsp Rice flour
Dip each slice individually to coat.

Add Curry Leaves
Spray with oil
Cook in preheated Airfryer @
380°F for about 12 mts , flipping half way through cooking till browned and cooked.
Or
Heat 2 tbsp on a pan
Place Eggplant slices in a single layer
Cook on medium heat, flipping evey 2 mts.

Cooking times may vary depending on Airfryer, thickness of cut and variety of Brinjal 🍆.  Adjust accordingly please..

Great sidedish !