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Varanasi Home-Style Baingan Paratha
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Varanasi Home-Style Baingan Paratha

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Varanasi cooking — Varanasi Home-Style Baingan Paratha brings a smoky touch with a classic paratha finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Ghee2 tbsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Eggplant2 medium, cubed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Banarasi-style Palak Aloo Baingan ki Sabzi · on YouTube