Baigan Ka Bhurta
Baigan ka bhurta is one of the different versions of cooking an eggplant. It is a North Indian dish where eggplant is charred, mashed and cooked with spices. Baigan bharta is easy to make and is served with rotis.
Ingredients
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- Eggplant2-3
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- Oil3-4 tablespoons
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- Onions, sliced2 MEDIUM-sized
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- Tomatoes, chopped2-3
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- Red chilli powder1 tablespoon
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- Garam masala1/2 teaspoon
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- Ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon
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- Ground coriander1/2 teaspoon
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- Saltfor taste
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- Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
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- Aamchoor powder1 teaspoon
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- Ground cumin1/2 teaspoon
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- Yoghurt1 cup
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- Lemon juice1/2 teaspoon
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- Green chilies, chopped1-2
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- Ginger, juliennefor garnish
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- Fresh coriander, choppedfor garnish
Preparation
- Insert a skewer into the eggplant, charring on a medium flame until the skin is burned.
- Place the charred eggplant in a bowl of cold water immediately and remove the skin.
- Mash the eggplant.
- In a medium pot heat oil over medium flame and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add tomatoes and mix well. Simmer for 05 to 10 minutes.
- Add the mashed eggplant, red chilli powder, garam masala, turmeric, coriander, and salt in a bowl and mix.
- Add black pepper, aamchoor powder, ground cumin, and yoghurt. Mix well.
- Add green chilies and lemon juice, stir and steam for 05 to 08 minutes.
- Garnish with coriander. Serve with naan or roti.
- Enjoy! Please give us your feedback in the comments below.
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