Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk

Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk

I learned This dish from my mother and I am eternally grateful for everything she taught me..actually I am a brinjal hater before and I never wanted to taste this ever in my life. Years passed and after my marriage I wanted to try this for my darling and I made it as per my umma’s instructions. It was a hit dish and everyone loved it in my family. When I tasted it, I really loved the flavor and taste and wanted to share it here. The main highlight of this dish is mainly sour taste of tamarind. If you are looking for quick south Indian meal ideas, this could be one of the choices.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
17 mins
Additional Time:
3 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
2 eggplants
Servings:
6

Ingredients

For Tempering

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seed
  • 1 sprig fresh curry leaves
  • 2 dried red chile peppers
  • 2 large brinjal (eggplant), sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon chile powder, or more to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or more as needed
  • salt to taste
  • 1 cup coconut milk, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp, juice squeezed and reserved
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chile powder
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

Directions

Step 1
Season brinjal with 1/4 teaspoon chile powder, 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder, and salt; set aside until flavors to set, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir brinjal until lightly browned and tender, about 10 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.

Step 3
Combine coconut milk, reserved tamarind juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons chile powder, coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder in a saucepan; heat over medium heat until flavors have combined, 5 to 10 minutes. Add cooked brinjal and mix well.

Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; add mustard seed, curry leaves, and dried chile peppers. Cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour oil mixture over brinjal.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

211
Calories
16g
Fat
18g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 211
% Daily Value *
Total Fat16g 20%
Saturated Fat8g 42%
Sodium37mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate18g 7%
Dietary Fiber9g 32%
Total Sugars5g
Protein4g
Vitamin C6mg 28%
Calcium51mg 4%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium645mg 14%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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