Baigan Bharta Recipe

Name: Baigan Bharta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2-3 serrano serrano chiles seeded, diced; 1/4 teaspoon asafetida compound, (or 1/8 ts pure); 1-2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 teaspoons coriander ground; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped fresh; ⅔ cup yogurt, non-fat; 1-2 teaspoon garam masala

Servings: persons

1
Bake the eggplant 40 minutes at 425F on a baking sheet.
2
Split it and scoop out the pulp; discard the skin.
3
(Some people roast the eggplant over charcoal for a nice flavor).
4
Heat the ghee on medium; add cumin seeds, serranos, and asafetida.
5
Cook until the cumin seeds darken.
6
Add the eggplant, salt, and corriander; cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occassionally.
7
When it thickens, remove from the heat, add the yogurt, cilantro, and garam masala, and serve.
8
(The yogurt might curdle; to prevent that, let the eggplant cool first, then add the yogurt etc, then briefly reheat.)

190

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium eggplant, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2-3 serrano serrano chiles seeded, diced, 1/4 teaspoon asafetida compound, (or 1/8 ts pure), and more.

Yes, Baigan Bharta falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baigan Bharta

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Variations & substitutions

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