Baingan Ka Bhartha Recipe

Here’s an authentic Punjabi-style recipe for Baingan Ka Bharta, which highlights the smoky flavors by roasting the eggplant. This dish pairs wonderfully with roti or paratha.

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants (baingan)
• 1 tbsp oil for brushing the eggplants
• 2 tbsp mustard oil (or any cooking oil for cooking)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1-inch ginger, finely chopped
• 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2-3 green chilies, chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish

Instructions

1. Roast the Eggplant:
• Wash and pat dry the eggplants. Make a few slits on each, and stuff these slits with chopped garlic for extra flavor.
• Brush the eggplants with a bit of oil and place them directly over an open flame or on a grill.
• Roast on medium flame, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and the inside is soft and cooked through. This should take around 10-15 minutes.
• Once done, place the eggplants in a bowl, cover, and let them cool slightly. The steam will make peeling easier.

2. Peel and Mash:
• Once cooled, peel off the charred skin. Mash the roasted eggplants with a fork, ensuring they retain a slightly chunky texture.

3. Prepare the Bharta:
• In a pan, heat mustard oil until it starts to smoke slightly (this removes its raw flavor).
• Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
• Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies, and sauté until fragrant.
• Add chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate from the masala.

4. Combine and Cook:
• Add the mashed eggplant to the masala and mix well.
• Cook on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to let the flavors combine.

5. Garnish and Serve:
• Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with roti, paratha, or even rice for a classic Punjabi meal.

Enjoy this deliciously smoky Baingan Ka Bharta, packed with robust flavors!

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