Heat the oil in a wide, nonstick
skillet or pan. Add the
fenugreek seeds and fry until the seeds are almost black. Add the curry
leaves and fry for a couple of seconds.
Add the turmeric powder, eggplant, drumstick,
turmeric, and salt to taste. Add 1/4 cup of water and cover and cook on
low heat for 5-7 minutes,
until the eggplant and drumstick pieces are
soft.
Remove the lid, and add the red chilli powder, and
cook on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the
eggplant and drumstick pieces start to brown.
Serve the eggplant-drumstick curry hot with white
rice and ghee (clarified butter).