Indian Baingan Bharta Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Eggplant | 1 Large | |
| Vegetable oil | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Crushed tomatoes | 5 Tablespoon | |
| Onion | 1 Medium, chopped | |
| Jalapeno | 1⁄4 Medium, minced | |
| Turmeric | 3⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Cumin seeds | 1⁄2 Teaspoon | |
| Ground cumin | 1⁄2 Teaspoon | |
| Salt | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Ginger onion garlic | 1 Tablespoon, pureed | |
| Fresh coriander | 4 Medium (Leaves With Stems) | |
| Mint leaves | 6 Medium, chopped finely | |
| Lime | 1⁄2 Medium, juiced | |
| Ginger slices | 3 Medium, julienned |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 542 Calories from Fat 292
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 33 g50.9%
Saturated Fat 4.4 g21.8%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 2644.9 mg110.2%
Total Carbohydrates 62 g20.6%
Dietary Fiber 23 g91.9%
Sugars 22.6 g
Protein 10 g19.6%
Vitamin A 26.2% Vitamin C 69.8%
Calcium 17.2% Iron 40%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
MAKING
2. Cut three slits into both sides of eggplant and wrap tightly in foil.
3. Roast for 45 minutes or until eggplant collapses and is cooked through.
4. Alternatively, you can reluctantly microwave it, covered, for 15 min.
5. Heat a pot or wok over medium-high and add vegetable oil.
6. Add onions and brown them slightly.
7. Add dry spices, GOG and Chilies.
8. Add crushed tomatoes and turn heat to medium low.
9. Let fry for 10-15 minutes, until mixture starts to dry.
10. Once your eggplant has roasted let it cool down for 5 to 10 min.
11. Remove all the flesh with a spoon, and discard the skin.
12. Chop the flesh or quickly purée in three short bursts in your food processor.
13. Add eggplant to spicy tomato mixture, mix well and add lime juice.
SERVING
14. Garnish with coriander, mint and ginger and serve!
TIPS
You can leave off the ginger, let the mixture cool and use as a sandwich spread, a dip or a topping for canapés!
Editors Review
Indian Baingan Bharta is definitely one of the best Indian eggplant dishes. This roasted eggplant mash is full of amazing flavors coming from the earthy spices. You can use it as a vegan main dish, as a great side dish or even as a spread. Watch this nice video to learn the exact recipe. Happy Cooking!Chef
