Baingan Bharta (Roasted Eggplant) Recipe

Name: Baingan Bharta (Roasted Eggplant) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lrg Eggplants; 2 x Cloves garlic, halved; 1 lrg Fresh warm green chili, seeded; 1 x 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely minced (optional); 4 x Cardamom pods; 2 x Cloves; 1 c. Finely minced onions; 1/2 tsp Turmeric; 1/2 tsp Grnd coriander; 1/2 tsp Chili pwdr; 1 Tbsp. Finely minced fresh coriander; 2 med Tomatoes, roughly sliced; 1 Tbsp. Lime juice (optional); 1 Tbsp. Finely minced fresh coriander (another one!); 1 tsp Garam masala; 1 med Tomato, roughly sliced

Servings: persons

2 lrg Eggplants
2 x Cloves garlic, halved
1 lrg Fresh warm green chili, seeded
1 x 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely minced (optional)
4 x Cardamom pods
2 x Cloves
1 c. Finely minced onions
1/2 tsp Turmeric
1/2 tsp Grnd coriander
1/2 tsp Chili pwdr
1 Tbsp. Finely minced fresh coriander
2 med Tomatoes, roughly sliced
1 Tbsp. Lime juice (optional)
1 Tbsp. Finely minced fresh coriander (another one!)
1 tsp Garam masala
1 med Tomato, roughly sliced

1
Preheat the broiler, with the pan 6 inches from the heat source.
2
Broil the eggplants, turning often, 25 min or possibly till tender and the skin is well charred.
3
Transfer to paper bag and let stand 10 min; peel and throw away skin.
4
In a large bowl, mash the eggplant to a coarse pulp.
5
Set aside.
6
In a blender, combine the garlic, chili and ginger.
7
Process till fine.
8
Set aside.
9
In a medium saucepan, heat 1/2 c. of water till boiling.
10
Add in the cardamom and cloves and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
11
Reduce the heat to medium low and add in the onions.
12
Cook for 10 min, or possibly till golden, stirring occasionally.
13
Stir in the garlic mix, turmeric, grnd coriander and chili pwdr till well combined.
14
Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 min.
15
Reduce the heat to low, add in the eggplant and fresh coriander.
16
Cook 10 min.
17
Add in the 2 tomatoes and cook 5 min longer.
18
Stir in the lime juice if desired and sprinkle with garam masala.
19
Serve garnished with the fresh coriander and sliced tomato.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lrg Eggplants, 2 x Cloves garlic, halved, 1 lrg Fresh warm green chili, seeded, 1 x 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely minced (optional), and more.

Yes, Baingan Bharta (Roasted Eggplant) 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!