Baigan Bharta (Indian Eggplant Curry) Healthy Vegetarian Recipe

Baigan Bharta is a popular dish in North Indian cuisine and is often enjoyed with roti or rice. It is known for its smoky flavor and creamy texture, which comes from roasting the eggplant. The dish is rich in fiber and antioxidants, making it a healthy choice for vegetarians and vegans.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Baigan Bharta (Indian Eggplant Curry) Healthy Vegetarian Recipe

Cooking Method: Roasting, Sautéing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Indian Cuisine, Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 medium-sized Eggplant
• 2 medium-sized Tomatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 2 chopped Green Chilies
• 1 inch grated Ginger
• 3 cloves minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garam Masala
• a handful chopped Fresh Coriander Leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoon Oil
• to taste Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pierce the eggplants with a fork and roast them in the oven for 30-35 minutes until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
3. Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool. Peel off the skin and mash the flesh.
4. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
5. Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté for another minute.
6. Add tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
7. Add mashed eggplant and mix well. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
8. Add garam masala and fresh coriander leaves. Mix well.
9. Turn off the heat and add lemon juice. Mix well.
10. Let the flavors infuse for 10 minutes before serving.
11. Serve hot with roti or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 8g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.