🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Thoothukudi Everyday Baingan Chulha

Name: Thoothukudi Everyday Baingan Chulha
Prep time: 22 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; to taste Salt; 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 Thoothukudi cooking — Thoothukudi Everyday Baingan Chulha brings a chulha touch with a classic bhaji finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Saltto taste
Onion1, finely chopped
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Eggplant2 medium, cubed
Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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