🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Nagercoil Modern Baingan Thokku Fry

Name: Nagercoil Modern Baingan Thokku Fry
Prep time: 22 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2, chopped Tomato; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 2 medium, cubed Eggplant; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Nagercoil cooking — Nagercoil Modern Baingan Thokku Fry brings a kothi touch with a classic thokku fry finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

Tomato2, chopped
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Eggplant2 medium, cubed
Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Curry Leaves1 sprig

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.
6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

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

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Watch how it's made

Video: Kathirikkai Thokku Recipe in Tamil | Kathirikkai Side dish for Idli, Dosa and Chapathi · on YouTube