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Smoked Aubergine Broth

Our tested Smoked Aubergine Broth: diner-style, generous, and balanced with black pepper. Serves 4 people with plenty to go around.

4.6 from 1,979 cooks
Prep25 min
Cook75 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Smoked Aubergine Broth
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the black pepper elements, and pat the aubergine dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the aubergine and smoke until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the buttermilk and the rest of the black pepper flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the fennel along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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