Fried Aubergine, Tomato, and Cucumber Salad

Ingredients for Fried Aubergine, Tomato, and Cucumber Salad

• 1/2 xícara de folhas de coentro fresco com talos tenros

• 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves with tender stems

• 1 dente de alho, picado

• 2 small green chillies, such as Thai, seeds removed, chopped, divided

• 120ml de azeite de oliva, dividido

• 3/4 colher de chá de sal kosher, mais a gosto

• 180ml plain whole-milk Greek yoghurt

• 1 colher de sopa de suco de limão fresco

• 2 medium aubergines (about 675g), cut into 1 1/2" pieces

• Óleo vegetal (para fritar

• about 475ml )

• 450g small tomatoes (about 8), cut into wedges

• 230g Persian cucumbers (about 3), sliced

• Um termômetro para fritura profunda

Purée coriander, parsley, garlic, half of chillies, and 60ml olive oil in a blender or food processor until very smooth; season herb oil with salt and set aside.

Whisk yoghurt, lemon juice, and remaining 60ml olive oil in a small bowl; season with salt and set yoghurt sauce aside.

Place aubergines in a colander set in the sink; season with 3/4 teaspoons salt. Let sit 30 minutes to drain, then pat dry.

Fit a medium pot with thermometer; pour in vegetable oil to measure 2". Heat over medium-high heat until thermometer registers 375°.

Working in batches and returning oil to 375° between batches, fry aubergines, turning often, until golden brown and tender, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer aubergines to paper towels to drain; season with salt. Let cool.

Combine aubergines in a large bowl with tomatoes, cucumbers, and remaining chillies; drizzle with some reserved herb oil and toss to combine. Season salad with salt.

Spoon reserved yoghurt sauce onto a platter, top with salad, and drizzle with more herb oil.

Do ahead: Herb oil and yoghurt sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill separately.

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