Baingan Bharta with Roti (Home-Style)
35 minutes
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About Baingan Bharta with Roti (Home-Style)
Smoky roasted eggplant mashed and cooked with onions, tomatoes and simple spices - served with soft whole wheat rotis.This home-style version uses minimal oil and no cream, letting the natural smoky flavour of the roasted brinjal do all the work. Low in calories, high in flavour and one of the most satisfying Indian dinners you can make.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Baingan Bharta
- 1 Brinjal Large, for roasting directly on flame or in oven
- 1 Onion Medium, finely chopped
- 2 Tomato Medium, finely chopped
- 1 Green Chilli Finely chopped, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder Adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 3/4 teaspoon Salt Or as required
- 1.5 teaspoon Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves Finely chopped, for garnish
For the Roti
- 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
- 1/2 cup Water Adjust as needed for soft dough
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt Optional
Instructions
Roasting the Brinjal
- Wash and dry the brinjal. Make 2 to 3 small slits and rub lightly with a few drops of oil. Roast directly over a gas flame on medium heat, turning every 2 minutes, until the skin is charred all over and the brinjal collapses and feels soft inside. This takes about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Place the roasted brinjal in a bowl of cold water for 2 minutes. Peel off the charred skin completely, discard the skin and mash the soft flesh well. Set aside.
Preparing the Roti Dough
- Mix whole wheat flour, salt and water in a bowl. Knead into a soft smooth dough. Cover and rest for 10 minutes while the bharta cooks.
Cooking the Bharta
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add finely chopped onion and green chilli with a pinch of salt. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the onion turns golden.
- Add ginger garlic paste and saute for 1 minute. Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, red chilli powder and coriander powder. Cook on medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down completely and the oil separates.
- Add the mashed brinjal and salt. Mix well and cook on medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything comes together and the bharta looks dry and well combined.
- Add garam masala, stir once and cook for 30 seconds. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Remove from heat.
Rolling and Cooking the Rotis
- Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin round on a lightly floured surface.
- Cook each roti on a hot tawa for about 1 minute per side until light brown spots appear. Finish directly on the flame for a few seconds until it puffs up. Serve immediately alongside the baingan bharta.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
Baingan bharta is one of the lowest calorie sabzis in Indian cooking. Roasting the brinjal directly on the flame gives it a deep smoky flavour that no amount of spice can replicate - this step is what makes the dish.How to Use in the Meal Plan
Serve the bharta with 2 rotis as your dinner. It is naturally light and easy to digest, making it a good choice for evenings. A small bowl of curd on the side completes the meal well.Expert Tips
Do not skip the direct flame roasting - it is what gives baingan bharta its signature smoky taste. Peeling the skin under cold water makes it much easier. Press out any excess moisture from the mashed brinjal before adding to the pan to avoid a watery bharta.Serving Suggestion
Serve hot with fresh rotis. A small bowl of plain curd or onion slices with lemon on the side pairs very well with this dish.Storage Instructions
Bharta keeps in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pan on low heat. The flavour deepens slightly on the second day.Related Posts You May Like
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 346kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 1265mgPotassium: 1148mgFiber: 17gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1265IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 4mg
