Creamy Aubergine and Tomato Soup

This soup is of Indonesian origin. Aubergines are a popular vegetable throughout Southeast Asia. ‘Eggplant’, as they are called in the USA, derive from the white-skinned egg-shaped variety common in India. In this recipe, tomatoes (a relatively recent addition) are combined with coconut milk (a traditional ingredient) in a vegetable stock to create a nutritious soup that is hearty without being heavy.