Indian
Indian - Chutneys and Sides
Baingan Bharta
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 1 large aubergine (about 500g)
- • 2 tbsp mustard oil
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 onion, finely chopped
- • 3 garlic cloves, minced
- • 1 green chili, finely chopped
- • 2 tomatoes, chopped
- • 3/4 tsp salt
- • 2 tbsp chopped coriander
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Roast the aubergine over an open flame until the skin chars and the flesh collapses; peel and mash it.
2
Phase 2
Heat the mustard oil until it smokes lightly and crackle the cumin seeds in it.
3
Phase 3
Fry the onion, garlic, and green chili until golden.
4
Phase 4
Add the tomatoes and cook until soft and pulpy.
5
Phase 5
Add the mashed aubergine and salt and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring.
6
Phase 6
Garnish with coriander and serve with dal and roti.