Baigan Bhartha Recipe


Ingredients

  • 1 medium Baigan (eggplant)
  • 1/2 cup Cooked green peas
  • 1 Finely chopped onions
  • 1 Finely chopped tomatoes
  • 1 Finely chopped green chilli
  • 1/2 tsp Red chilli powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped green coriander leaves for garnishing

How to make Baigan Bhartha :

  • Brush baigan (eggplant) with oil and roast it on a gas burner over medium heat.
  • Frequently turn the eggplant upside down, until fully roasted.
  • Once done, hold it under cold running water or in a bowl full of water. Cool it and peel off the blackened skin.
  • Mash the flesh.
  • Heat oil in a pan / kadhai . Add green chilli and onion and fry over medium heat until light golden brown.
  • Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala and salt and stir. Add tomatoes and cook until tender.
  • Add green peas and mashed baigan (eggplant). Stir well. Fry the baigan bhartha for 5-7 minutes over medium heat.
  • Garnish the baigan bharta with green coriander leaves and serve hot.