Spicy Indian Brinjal Yogurt Curry Recipe

Name: Spicy Indian Brinjal Yogurt Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 550 g small round brinjals, cut in 4 pcs.,lengthwise; 275 g nonfat plain yogurt; 3/4 teaspoon sugar; 3 tablespoons ghee; oil; 2 1/4 tablespoons cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, washed and chopped

Servings: persons

1
Rub salt, red chilli and turmeric powders into the brinjals.
2
Heat oil in a small wok.
3
Once its hot, shallow fry the brinjals until brown in colour.
4
Drain on clean paper towels.
5
Add salt and sugar to the yogurt in a bowl.
6
Mix well and keep aside.
7
Heat ghee in a wok.
8
Stir in the fried brinjals.
9
Mix in the yogurt.
10
Cook on low flame for 10 minutes.
11
Add cumin powder just before removing it from flame{off the stove}.
12
Garnish with corriander leaves and serve hot with rotis.
13
Enjoy!

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: salt, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 550 g small round brinjals, cut in 4 pcs.,lengthwise, and more.

Yes, Spicy Indian Brinjal Yogurt Curry falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Spicy Indian Brinjal Yogurt Curry

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Variations & substitutions

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