Choek Vangan

Published under: Brinjal

Ingredients:
Brinjals – 500 gms, long varieties
Mustard oil – 1 cup
Tamarind – 100 gms
Sugar – 2 tsp
Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
Cloves – 2
Asafoetida – a pinch
Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
Turmeric powder – 1 tsp
Ginger powder – 1/2 tsp
Saunf – 1/2 tsp
Garam masala powder – 1/2 tsp

Method:
1. Slice the brinjals lengthwise along with the stems, through the middle, into 4 or 6 pieces. Wash and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, soak the tamarind in a glass or steel bowl of hot water. When soft, prepare the tamarind water by mashing the tamarind.
3. In a steel kadai, on medium heat, deep fry the brinjal slices to a golden brown. Remove from kadai and keep aside.
4. Now, add in the same pan cumin seeds, cloves and asafoetida. Stir and add red chilli powder and turmeric powder along with a tablespoon of water. Stir and cook till the oil separates from the masala.
5. Add a cup of water and the tamarind pulp, sugar, salt and aniseed and ginger powders. Mix well and then add the fried brinjal slices. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes turning the brinjal slices frequently. When the gravy thickens, add garam masala powder and mix gently.
Serve hot.

Praveen Kumar
Praveen Kumar
Praveen Kumar founded Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. A digital marketer by profession and a passionate food lover, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. With Awesome Cuisine, he combines his expertise in digital marketing with his deep love for food, sharing delicious recipes and inspiring others to appreciate the joy of cooking. Through Awesome Cuisine, he invites you to join him on a flavorful journey and discover the wonders of Indian cuisine.

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