Baingan Bharta Recipe: Baingan Bharta is a smoky, flavorful North Indian dish that outshines even the most delicious vegetable curries. Once you taste it, you’ll keep craving more! This roasted eggplant mash pairs perfectly with dal-rice or roti and is incredibly simple to make at home. Follow this authentic restaurant-style recipe to whip up a delicious Baingan Bharta in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients for Baingan Bharta:
1 large eggplant (baingan)
1 onion, finely chopped
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5 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp garam masala
1 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Mustard oil (or any cooking oil)
Salt to taste
Step-by-Step Recipe:
Step 1: Roast the Eggplant & Tomato
Wash the eggplant and cut it into halves.
On a low flame, roast the eggplant directly over the gas stove until the skin chars and the flesh becomes soft.
Optionally, roast the tomato alongside for extra smokiness.
Step 2: Prepare the Veggies
While the eggplant roasts, finely chop the onion, garlic, green chilies, and coriander leaves.
Once the eggplant and tomato are fully roasted, let them cool. Peel off the burnt skin and discard.
Step 3: Mash & Mix
In a bowl, mash the roasted eggplant and tomato together.
Add chopped onions, garlic, green chilies, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well.
Drizzle mustard oil and sprinkle salt as per taste.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Why This Recipe Works?
Smoky Flavor: Roasting the eggplant directly on flame enhances its taste.
Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal ingredients.
Versatile Pairing: Perfect with roti, paratha, or steamed rice.
