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Cuddalore Special Baingan Pulimunchi
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Cuddalore Special Baingan Pulimunchi

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Cuddalore cooking — Cuddalore Special Baingan Pulimunchi brings a thalassery touch with a classic pulimunchi finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Eggplant2 medium, cubed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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