Eggplant Curry (bhojpuri Baingan Curry)

Eggplant Curry, also known as Bhojpuri Baingan Curry, is a popular dish in Bhojpuri cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic curry is made with eggplants cooked in a rich and spicy gravy, perfect to be enjoyed with steamed rice or Indian bread.

Eggplant Curry (bhojpuri Baingan Curry)

Ingredients

  • 4 small eggplants, cut into cubes
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 green chili, slit
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chili, and sauté for a minute.
  3. Now, add the tomato puree, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
  4. Add the cubed eggplants and mix well with the masala. Cover and cook on low heat until the eggplants are tender.
  5. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
5g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pan Spatula Cutting board Knife

Tools

Pan Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Eggplant Curry hot with steamed rice or naan bread.

Tips & tricks

Tips: You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference by adding more or less red chili powder.

Cost

$8