Baingan Bharta

If you love eggplant, you have to make this quick baingan bharta at home to serve alongside your favorite curry, or as part of an Indian vegetarian spread. This Punjabi specialty is a favorite way to enjoy eggplant.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 196 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1 sprig fresh cilantro
• 1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds
• 2 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place eggplant into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Boil until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, tomato, garlic, and ginger; cook and stir until onions have softened, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3

Mash eggplant with a fork; add it to the skillet along with garam masala, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, coriander, chili powder, and turmeric. Cook and stir until liquid evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4

Garnish with cilantro sprig.