🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Methi Pulao Baingan

Name: Methi Pulao Baingan
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tsp Kasuri Methi; 1, finely chopped Onion; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 2 medium, cubed Eggplant; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Indore cooking — Methi Pulao Baingan brings a methi touch with a classic pulao finish. About 55 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 35 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

Kasuri Methi2 tsp
Onion1, finely chopped
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Eggplant2 medium, cubed
Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

1
Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.
2
Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.
3
Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.
4
Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.
5
Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.
6
Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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