BAINGAN KA BHARTA

BAINGAN KA BHARTA

SERVINGS: 3

INGREDIENTS:

Brinjal: 1 (The one used for bharta)

Cumin seeds: 1 tbsp

Garlic: 3-4 Cloves(finely chopped)

Ginger: 1 inch piece

Turmeric: 1 tsp

Salt: 1 tbsp

Green chillies: 1-2

Onion: 1 medium

Tomato: 1 medium

Coriander leaves(Optional): 1/4 Cup

METHOD OF PREPARATION: 

1) Put the brinjal on top of the burner directly. Wait for 5-7 minutes until the Brinjal is completely burnt. While doing this keep on changing sides of the brinjal to make sure every side of it is properly done. You can check it by inserting a Knife into it.

2) Take the brinjal off the gas and keep it aside. Allow it to cool completely.

3)Using your hands peel off the brinjal completely. In a medium size bowl smash the brinjal until completely done.

4)In a pan heat 3-4 tbsp of refined oil. When the oil is hot enough, add cumin seeds and green chillies. Allow them to splutter. Now add the chopped garlic and chopped onions. Saute it for 2-3 minutes until they turn light golden brown.

5)Now add the chopped tomatoes and turmeric. Stir properly and cover the pan with a lid until all the ingredients are properly cooked and the mixture leave oil from the pan.

6)Add the smashed brinjal into the above masala and keep stirring. Add salt to it and again stir properly.

FINAL STEPS:

Cook it for 2-3 more minutes and then take it off the gas.

DRESSING AND SERVING:

 Take the bharta out into a bowl and top it with Chopped coriander leaves(Optional). Your delicious baingan ka bharta is ready to serve. You can enjoy it with Phulka or rice.