Stuffed Brinjal

Stuffed brinjal, also known as Bharwa Baingan in Hindi, is a delicious Indian dish where brinjals (eggplants/aubergines) are stuffed with a flavorful filling and then cooked until tender. There are various regional variations of stuffed brinjal.

Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
25 mins

Total Time:
40 mins

Servings:
3

Ingredients

2 tbsp Kadala Parupu / Channa Dhal

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2 tbsp Urad Dhal

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3 tbsp Dhaniya / Coriander Seeds

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6 - 8 Red chilies

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1 tbsp White sessame seeds

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Asafoetida / Hing

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Salt to taste

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2 tbsp Oil

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6 - 7 Brinjal

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Instructions

1. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a pan.Add channa dal, white sesame seeds, urad dal, red chilies, coriander seeds, and a pinch of hing.

2. Roast until the dal turns light brown.Allow the roasted ingredients to cool.

3. Transfer the cooled ingredients to a mixer. Add salt to the mixer and grind into a coarse powder.

4. Cut an X shape at the bottom of each brinjal without removing the stalk. Stuff each brinjal with the ground powder.

5. Heat some oil in a kadai. Add the stuffed brinjals to the kadai.

6. In a Kadai, heat some oil then add the stuffed brinjal to the kadai

7. Cover and cook on low to medium heat, turning occasionally, until the brinjals are tender (15-20 minutes).

8. Once cooked, serve hot with rice.

Stuffed brinjal makes for a delightful and flavorful dish that's perfect for a vegetarian meal. Adjust the spices and seasonings according to your taste preferences.