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BAIGAN BHARTA RECIPE
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Rice or Roti
Praveena.Thota
Curry,Maharashtrian,North Indian,Veggie
1 medium Baigan (eggplant)
1/2 cup Cooked green peas 
1 Finely chopped onions 
1 Finely chopped tomatoes 
1 Finely chopped green chilli 
1/2 tsp Red chilli powder 
1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder 
1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder 
3 tbsp Vegetable oil 
Salt to taste 
Chopped green coriander leaves for garnishing


Preparation of baigan ka bharta :
Brush  baigan (eggplant) with oil and roast it on a gas burner 
over medium heat. 
Frequently turn the eggplant upside down, until fully roasted. 
Once done, hold it under cold running water or in a bowl full 
of water. Cool it and peel off the blackened skin. 
Mash the flesh. 
Heat oil in a pan / kadhai . Add green chilli and onion and fry 
over medium heat until light golden brown. 
Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala and salt 
and stir. Add tomatoes and cook until tender. 
Add green peas and mashed baigan (eggplant). Stir well. Fry the 
baigan bhartha for 5-7 minutes over medium heat. 
Garnish the baigan bharta with green coriander leaves and serve 
hot.