How to Make Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brinjal, also known as eggplant, is a versatile and delicious vegetable that is commonly used in various cuisines around the world. Whether it's grilled, roasted, or sautéed, brinjal's unique texture and flavor make it a popular choice for many dishes.

One dish that truly showcases the beauty of brinjal is Brinjal in Coconut Milk. This recipe combines the rich, creamy flavor of coconut milk with the tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture of brinjal, creating a dish that is both comforting...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large brinjal (eggplant), sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon chile powder, or more to taste
  • ⅛ 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
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seed
  • 1 sprig fresh curry leaves
  • 2 dried red chile peppers

Information

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

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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

    211 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Sodium: 37mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 645mg