Madras aubergine with rice

Heat 1 tsp oil in a medium saucepan, add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, until starting to soften. Boil a kettle. Add the garlic to the pan, cook for 30 seconds, then add 1 tbsp Madras paste. Stir in the rinsed rice and the beans until well coated. Add 375ml just-boiled water, mix well, then cover and cook for 15 minutes over a low-medium heat. Remove from the heat and leave to stand, still covered, for 5 minutes.

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Fluff up the rice with a fork, then stir through the chopped coriander. Serve the rice topped with the aubergine halves plus a drizzle of mint sauce.