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Tasty Brinjal Curry

A simple and healthy Indian brinjal curry made with basic spices and minimal oil. Perfect for everyday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 300 g Brinjal (cut into cubes)
  • 2 tbsp Oil preferably mustard or groundnut oil
  • 1 Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 Tomato (chopped)
  • 1 tsp Ginger garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Red chilli powder adjust as needed
  • 1 tsp Coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 cup Water adjust for desired consistency
  • 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

Equipment

  • Kadai
  • Ladle
  • chopping board

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a kadai and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
  2. Add chopped onions and sauté until light golden.
  3. Mix in ginger garlic paste and cook for one minute.
  4. Add tomatoes and cook until they soften.
  5. Add turmeric, red chilli and coriander powder. Mix well.
  6. Add brinjal cubes and sauté for two minutes so they absorb the masala.
  7. Pour in water, add salt and cover the pan. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes on medium flame until brinjal turns soft.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with roti or rice.

Notes

Use tender brinjals for best taste. Reduce oil further for a lighter curry.
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