Ingredients

• 1/2 kg - small, fresh brinjals
• For the filling:
• 1 big bunch - coriander leaves, shredded
• 2 tbsp - coriander powder
• 1 tbsp - chilli powder
• 2 tbsp - ginger-chilli paste
• 4 pods - garlic crushed
• 1/4 tsp -turmeric
• Asafoetida - a pinch
• Salt as per taste
• 5 tbsp - oil

How to Make Quick Baghara Baingan

• Slit the brinjals retaining the stalk.
• Grind all the ingredients for the filling into a paste and fill the brinjals.
• In a non stick pan, pour some oil and place the brinjals in them.
• Cover with a lid and let it simmer for 15-20 mins.
• Keep stirring occasionally.
• When almost done add remaining masala and pour a bit of water.
• Remove from fire after 5 mins.