Ingredients

4 medium eggplants (about 4 pounds) 

1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar 

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 

4 tablespoons minced red onion 

2 medium garlic cloves, minced 

1 teaspoon sugar 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 

1 teaspoon minced fresh mint, for garnish 

1 teaspoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish 

Preparation

Heat broiler. Prick eggplants several times with the tip of a knife. Broil 3 to 4 inches from heat, turning occasionally, until soft and charred all over, about 30 minutes. When cool enough to handle, remove skin. Place eggplants in a colander set over a bowl; let drain for at least 30 minutes.

Halve eggplants lengthwise; discard seeds. Chop flesh finely, and place in a bowl.

Combine vinegar, lemon juice, olive and vegetable oils, onion, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add to eggplant; mix to combine. Serve at room temperature sprinkled with chopped mint and parsley.