Finish the following sentence with the best choice: How to fry eggplant so it is not soggy?

Choices:
- Slice the eggplant, place some salt on it and leave it to reduce moisture for a half hour before frying
- Slice the eggplant, place some sugar on it and leave it to reduce moisture for a minute before frying

Answer:
Slice the eggplant, place some salt on it and leave it to reduce moisture for a half hour before frying