Alu Began

1 lb. potatoes (alu)
1 lb. eggplant (began)
2 medium onions, chopped
1/4 tablespoon ginger paste or powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic paste or powder
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
Salt to taste
3 tablespoon oil
1/2 cup chopped cilantro




Cut potatoes, eggplant and tomatoes in small cubes. Heat the oil in a pan. Fry the onion for 1 minute. Add garlic, ginger, cumin, turmeric and coriander; mix together for 2 minutes. Add potato and eggplant, and cook for 13 to 15 minutes. Add tomato, and cook for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve hot with nan, pita bread or rice.