STUFFED BRINJAL CURRY(EGGPLANT CURRY)

STUFFED BRINJAL CURRY ALSO KNOWN AS GUTTI VANKAY KURA , is a delightful Indian dish that combines the flavors of Brinjal with sweet and aromatic essence of onions. Perfect for a weekday meal or a special occasion. All of these ingredients are easily found across Indian grocery stores. It is a traditional dish that holds a special place in Indian cuisine.

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED

FOR SOAKING

• BRINJALS – 10 Small
• WATER FOR SOAKING
• SALT

FOR MASALA PASTE

• 3 ONIONS – Small
• 2 Tbsp of Coconut pieces
• 5-6 Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Ginger
• Salt -as per taste
• Chilli powder – 2 tbsps

OTHER INGREDIENTS 

• 2 Tbsp Oil
• 1 Tsp Mustard seeds
• 1 Tsp cumin seeds
• 2 Reeds of Curry Leaves
• Coriander- finely Chopped

PREPARATION :

• Make an X-shaped cut on the bottom of a brinjal. The cut should be deep enough to slightly open up the brinjal.

• Soak in water along with 1 tsp salt to avoid discoloring for 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, prepare masala paste by grinding ONION,COCONUT,GINGER,GARLIC CLOVES,CHILLI POWDER, SALT.
• Now stuff in the prepared masala paste to all the brinjals and keep aside.
• In a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil . Allow the oil to heat on a medium flame.
• Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and allow them to splutter. Next add 1 tsp cumin and few curry leaves.
• Add in stuffed brinjal and saute gently
• Cover and cook for 2-4 minutes stirring occasionally.
• Add in the leftover masala paste and saute well.
• cover and cook until brinjals cooked.
• After completely cooked , the masala will ooze out the oil.
• Add chopped coriander and mix well.
• Then turn off the heat.
• Finally, enjoy stuffed brinjal curry with roti or rice.

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NOTES

• Firstly, use small brinjal for uniform cooking.
• Adjust salt and chilli powder as per your taste.