Aubergine Paste (Eggplant Caviar)

These make perfect hors d'oeuvres (appetizers) for any party!

Ingredients:

• 3/4 lb eggplants
• 1-2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tomato, peeled and finely chopped
• Vinegar
• Salt, pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Bake or boil the eggplants until ready.
2. Peel and finely chop.
3. Saute onion and tomato (to peel the tomato easily, make several slits on its skin with a knife and drop it in a pot of boiling water for 30 seconds).
4. Add onion and tomato to the eggplants, along with salt, pepper, and a small amount of vinegar.
5. Mix everything, cook a little bit to remove excess moisture, and cool.
6. This paste is perfect with fresh bread or toast. ENJOY!