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Baingan Bharta Recipe

Smoky, flavorful mashed eggplant dish from India.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 2 pieces green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • to taste Salt
  • for garnish Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions 

  1. Roast the eggplants over an open flame until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft. Let them cool, then peel and mash the flesh.
  2. Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Cook for a minute.
  5. Add tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and oil starts to separate.
  6. Add the mashed eggplant and mix well. Cook for 10 minutes on low heat.
  7. Add garam masala and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

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Vegetarian
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