Baingan Bharta Recipe
Baingan Bharta is a traditional Indian dish made by grilling eggplants until smoky and tender, then mashing them and cooking with spices. It's often enjoyed with flatbreads like roti or naan.
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How to Make Baingan Bharta
- 1
Roast the eggplants on an open flame until the skin is charred and the inside is soft.
- 2
Allow the eggplants to cool, then peel off the charred skin.
- 3
Mash the cooked eggplant flesh.
- 4
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them sputter.
- 5
Add onions and green chilies, sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
- 6
Add ginger and garlic, cook till the raw smell disappears.
- 7
Add tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
- 8
Add the mashed eggplant. Mix well and cook for 10-15 minutes on medium heat.
- 9
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve.
