Recipe for baingan bharta-
Ingredients:
1 large eggplant
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 green chili, finely chopped
2 medium-sized tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
Salt to taste
Chopped cilantro for garnishing
Instructions recipe for baingan bharta:
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prick the eggplant with a fork and roast it in the oven for 30-40 minutes, until it becomes soft and the skin is charred. Let the eggplant cool down, then remove the skin and mash the pulp using a fork. In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chili and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy. Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt to taste. Mix well. Add the mashed eggplant and mix well. Cook on low flame for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with naan or roti.
