Fresh-corn polenta is a summery accompaniment to the pork and vegetables here. Ancho chile powder, made from dried ground poblano peppers, adds sweet, mild heat.
Ingredients
4 corn, husked and halved
1 tablespoon butter
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
1 medium eggplant (1 pound), sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1 medium red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rings