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Tirunelveli Baingan Hariyali
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Tirunelveli Baingan Hariyali

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Tirunelveli cooking — Tirunelveli Baingan Hariyali brings a hariyali touch with a classic korma finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Spinach100 g
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Mint Leaves1/2 cup
  • Fresh Cilantro1/2 cup
  • Eggplant2 medium, cubed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • 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

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Baingan hariyali · on YouTube