Eggplant (Aubergine) Bhaji Recipe

Name: Eggplant (Aubergine) Bhaji
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 eggplant; oil, for frying the seasoning; 1 teaspoon black gram dal; 2/3 teaspoon black mustard seeds or 2/3 teaspoon brown mustard seeds; 2 red chilies, roughly chopped (alternatively, you can use green chiles); 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; salt, to taste; 4 tablespoons coconut, grated; 1/2 medium onion

Servings: persons

1 eggplant
oil, for frying the seasoning
1 teaspoon black gram dal
2/3 teaspoon black mustard seeds or 2/3 teaspoon brown mustard seeds
2 red chilies, roughly chopped (alternatively, you can use green chiles)
1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
salt, to taste
4 tablespoons coconut, grated
1/2 medium onion

1
First you will need to grill or roast your eggplant.
2
Remove the skin, and then mash the eggplant and set aside (keep warm).
3
Sometimes I keep my oven relatively warm and put the eggplant in there to keep it warm.
4
Heat your oil, and add the black gram dhal, mustard seeds, chiles, and asafoetida one at a time, and allow to splutter.
5
Once this occurs, pour seasoning over mashed eggplant, and season with salt and sugar.
6
Add grated coconut and chopped onion, and mix together.
7
SERVE & ENJOY! :).

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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 eggplant, oil, for frying the seasoning, 1 teaspoon black gram dal, 2/3 teaspoon black mustard seeds or 2/3 teaspoon brown mustard seeds, and more.

Yes, Eggplant (Aubergine) Bhaji 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.

Eggplant (Aubergine) Bhaji

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