Bouranee Baunjan (Eggplant With Yoghurt Sauce Recip

Name: Bouranee Baunjan (Eggplant With Yoghurt Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 med Eggplants; 1 x Salt; 1 x Oil; 2 med Onions, sliced; 1 x Green Pepper, seeded, sliced; 2 lrg Ripe Tomatoes, peeled; 1 x Salt; 1/4 tsp Warm Chili Pepper; 1/4 c. Water; 2 c. Chakah, Liquid removed Yogurt; 2 x Garlic Cloves; 1 x Salt to Taste

Servings: persons

4 med Eggplants
1 x Salt
1 x Oil
2 med Onions, sliced
1 x Green Pepper, seeded, sliced
2 lrg Ripe Tomatoes, peeled
1 x Salt
1/4 tsp Warm Chili Pepper
1/4 c. Water
2 c. Chakah, Liquid removed Yogurt
2 x Garlic Cloves
1 x Salt to Taste

1
Cut the stems from the eggplants & leave peel.
2
Slice into 1 cm pcs.
3
Spread on a tray & sprinkle slices liberally with salt.
4
Leave for 30 min, then dry well with paper towels.
5
Pour sufficient oil into skillet with a lid, to cover base well.
6
Fry eggplant till lightly browned on each side.
7
Don't cook completely.
8
Lift onto a plate.
9
Add in more oil as required for remaining slices.
10
As oil drains out of eggplant, return this to the pan & add in onions.
11
Fry gently until translucent/soft.
12
Remove to another plate.
13
Place a layer of eggplant back into the pan.
14
Top with some sliced onion, green pepper rings & tomato slices.
15
Repeat using remaining ingredients & adding a little salt & the chili between layers.
16
Pour in any remaining oil from the eggplant.
17
Add in onion & water, cover & simmer gently for 10-15 min.
18
Combine chakah ingredients & spread half the sauce into base of serving dish.
19
Top with vegetables, lifting eggplant gently to keep slices intact.
20
Leave some of the juices in the pan.
21
Top vegetables with the rest of the chakah & drizzle the remaining juices over it.
22
Serve with flat bread.

428

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 med Eggplants, 1 x Salt, 1 x Oil, 2 med Onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Bouranee Baunjan (Eggplant With Yoghurt Sauce 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!

Bouranee Baunjan (Eggplant With Yoghurt Sauce Recipe

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