Heating some of the oil in a large, heavy saucepan over moderately high heat, add eggplant and saute, stirring now and then, 10 minutes until golden and nearly translucent, Note: if anything, under cook eggplant otherwise it can get mushy.
Add remaining oil, onion, celery and stir fry 5-8 minutes until pale golden.
Add remaining ingredients, cover and simmer 1.15 - 1.30 hours until quite thick, stirring now and then. Cool and correct seasoning to taste.
The folks at Wilderness Dining
are experts in Adventure Cuisine. Simply the best and most popular camping food and cookware for your backcountry needs!