To prepare a thai style spicy eggplant mushroom sauce hot and spicy recipe, first you need to prepare the eggplant. First, you will need the following ingredients: 12 tsp. kosher salt 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup chopped fresh or dried mushrooms 1 chopped red bell pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried red chilies (optional) Heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped eggplant and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and simmer until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and add the mushroom mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with steamed white rice.