Indian
Indian - Regional Mains
Modak
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 10 small brinjals (aubergines)
- • 3/4 cup roasted peanut powder
- • 1/2 cup grated fresh coconut
- • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, roasted
- • 2 tsp goda masala
- • 1 tsp red chili powder
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1 tbsp jaggery, grated
- • 3 tbsp peanut oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Mix the peanut powder, coconut, sesame, goda masala, chili powder, turmeric, jaggery, and salt.
2
Phase 2
Slit the brinjals crosswise and fill them with the masala; keep the excess aside.
3
Phase 3
Heat the oil in a pan; add the stuffed brinjals; cover and cook on low 15 minutes.
4
Phase 4
Add the remaining masala with 1/2 cup water; simmer 10 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Turn gently until the oil separates; serve with jowar bhakri.