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Baigan Ki Kalonji

Baigan Ki Kalonji

Baigan Ki Kalonji

Ingredients

Brinjal4 pieces
Mustard oil3 tbsp
Garlic10 cloves
Coriander seed1 tsp
Coriander leaves1 bunch
Ginger½ inch
Green chillies2 pieces
Mustard seed1 tsp
Fennel1 tsp
Red chilli powder½ tsp
Cumin seed½ tsp
Mango powder½ tsp
Fenugreek seed¼ tsp
Turmeric¼ tsp
Carom seed¼ tsp
Garam masala¼ tsp
Asafoetida¼ tsp
SaltTo taste

Method

  1. Slit brinjals into two halves without separating them.
  2. Grind garlic, ginger, and green chilies into a fine paste.
  3. Grind coriander, mustard, fennel, cumin, and fenugreek seeds into a fine powder.
  4. Apply some of the ground masala onto the brinjals.
  5. Heat oil and shallow fry the brinjals with a lid on until done.
  6. In the remaining oil, add asafoetida and carom seeds, allowing them to splutter for a few seconds. Add all the wet and dry masalas and cook until the oil separates.
  7. Add water to the masala and bring it to a boil for a few minutes.
  8. Add the fried brinjals to the gravy and let them simmer briefly.
  9. Remove from heat and sprinkle with coriander leaves before serving.

(Garden to Kitchen, Vigyan Prasar)

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