Baigan Bharta (Indian Eggplant Curry) Healthy Veget

Name: Baigan Bharta (Indian Eggplant Curry) Healthy Vegetarian Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Eggplant, Medium; 3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 1 whole Green Chili, Chopped; 1 whole Onion, Diced; 1/2 teaspoons Hot Chili Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Turmeric; 2 teaspoons Garam Masala Or Curry Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 14 ounces, weight Canned Tomatoes, Diced; 1 cup Green Peas; 1 whole Lime, Cut Into Wedges; 4 Tablespoons Plain Yogurt; 1/2 cups Coriander Leaves, Cilantro

Servings: persons

1 whole Eggplant, Medium
3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
1 whole Green Chili, Chopped
1 whole Onion, Diced
1/2 teaspoons Hot Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoons Turmeric
2 teaspoons Garam Masala Or Curry Powder
1/2 teaspoons Salt
14 ounces, weight Canned Tomatoes, Diced
1 cup Green Peas
1 whole Lime, Cut Into Wedges
4 Tablespoons Plain Yogurt
1/2 cups Coriander Leaves, Cilantro

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Step one: Brush eggplant with oil and roast it on a gas burner over medium heat.
2
Frequently turn the eggplant, until fully roasted.
3
You could also broil it in the oven.
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Once done, hold it under cold running water or in a bowl full of water.
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Cool it and peel off the blackened skin.
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Mash the flesh.
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Step two: Heat oil in a pan or skillet.
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Add green chili and onion and fry over medium heat until light golden brown.
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Step three: Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala and salt and stir.
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Add tomatoes and cook until tender.
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Step four: Add green peas and mashed eggplant.
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Stir well.
13
Fry for 5-7 minutes over medium heat.
14
Serve over half cup brown rice, garnish with a lime wedge a dollop of yogurt, coriander leaves and serve hot.
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Baigan bharta makes excellent leftovers; I might even argue it is better the second day.

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Eggplant, Medium, 3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil, 1 whole Green Chili, Chopped, 1 whole Onion, Diced, and more.

Yes, Baigan Bharta (Indian Eggplant Curry) Healthy Vegetarian Recipe 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 (Indian Eggplant Curry) Healthy Vegetarian Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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