How long does Baingan Bharta take?

25 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Baingan Bharta serve?

2. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Baingan Bharta vegetarian?

Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.

Is Baingan Bharta spicy?

It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Baingan Bharta?

1 Brinjal, 1 Onion, 1 Tomato, 1 Green Chilli, 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Baingan Bharta?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Baingan Bharta?

About 229 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Baingan Bharta

Name: Baingan Bharta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Punjabi
Ingredients: 1 Brinjal; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 Green Chilli; 1 tsp Oil; 2 tbsp Oil; 1 inch Ginger, Finely Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Finely Chopped; 1 Onion, Finely Chopped; 1 Green Chilli, Finely Chopped; 1 Tomato, Finely Chopped; ½ tsp Red Chilli Powder; ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder; ½ tsp Coriander Powder; ½ tsp Cumin Powder; ¾ tsp Salt; 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

25 min
mild
Serves 2

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min

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7 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

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Also known as Baingan Ka Bharta, Roasted Egg Plant Mash, Mashed Brinjal · Veg · Curries & Gravies, Dry sides

Curries & Gravies Dry sides Vegan Low carb Gluten-free Dairy-free

Baingan bharta: brinjal stuffed with garlic and chilli, charred over a flame and minced into onion tomato masala. Mild, serves 2, 25 minutes, with video.

Low calorie

Ingredients

17 items

2 people

Brinjal1
Garlic2 cloves
Green Chilli1
Oil1 tsp
Oil2 tbsp
Ginger, Finely Chopped1 inch
Garlic, Finely Chopped2 cloves
Onion, Finely Chopped1
Green Chilli, Finely Chopped1
Tomato, Finely Chopped1
Red Chilli Powder½ tsp
Turmeric Powder¼ tsp
Coriander Powder½ tsp
Cumin Powder½ tsp
Salt¾ tsp
Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped2 tbsp
Lemon Juice1 tbsp

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 2 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 2 people
Energy	229kcal	458kcal
Protein	2.2g	4.4g
Carbohydrate	14g	28g
Fat	19g	38g
Fibre	3.2g	6.4g
Sugar	5.1g	10g

Cookd masalas for brinjal

Method

1
Make 4 slits lengthwise in the brinjal, stuff 2 garlic cloves and 1 piece of green chilli then, coat the large brinjal with 1 tsp of oil.
BrinjalGarlicGreen ChilliOil
2
Roast on an open flame until the skin is charred, for about 7 minutes.
3
Rest until cool enough to handle and then de-skin the brinjal. Mince the brinjal using a knife.
4
For the masala: heat oil in a pan and add the chopped ginger and garlic. Saute until aromatic. Add the onions and saute until they turn translucent.
OilGingerGarlicOnion
5
Add the chopped green chillies and then the tomatoes. Cook until they turn soft.
Green ChilliTomato
6
Add the powdered spices, season with salt and cook for 3 mins on a low flame.
Red Chilli PowderTurmeric PowderCoriander PowderCumin PowderSalt
7
Add the minced brinjal. Stir well. Finish with chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice. Serve with roti, parathas or rice.
Coriander LeavesLemon Juice

Before you start

How long does Baingan Bharta take?: 25 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Baingan Bharta serve?: 2. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Baingan Bharta vegetarian?: Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Baingan Bharta spicy?: It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Baingan Bharta?: 1 Brinjal, 1 Onion, 1 Tomato, 1 Green Chilli, 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Baingan Bharta?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Baingan Bharta?: About 229 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.