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Masala Bharwa Baingan Recipe | Stuffed Brinjal Recipe

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By Deepti Tipke โ€ข March 7, 2025 โ€ข 2 min read

๐Ÿ”ฅ Delicious Masala Bharwa Baingan Recipe | Spiced Stuffed Brinjal Delight ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ”ฅ

If you’re craving a flavorful and mouthwatering dish, follow this Masala Bharwa Baingan recipe!

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ Serves: 8-9 people

๐Ÿ“ Ingredients for Stuffed Brinjal Masala:

๐Ÿฅ• 5 large onions (sliced)
๐Ÿ† 750g eggplant/brinjal (cut from the middle)
๐Ÿง„ 14-15 garlic cloves
๐ŸŒถ๏ธ 4 green chillies
๐Ÿ… 3 large tomatoes (chopped)
๐ŸŒฟ A handful of fresh coriander
๐ŸŸก 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
๐Ÿฅ„ 5 tsp coriander powder
โšซ 3 tbsp black masala
๐Ÿซš 3 pieces of ginger
๐ŸŒถ๏ธ 3 tbsp garam masala
๐Ÿ— 3 tbsp chicken masala (optional)
๐Ÿง‚ 1/2 tsp chaat masala
๐Ÿง‚ 2 tsp salt (or to taste)
๐ŸŒฟ 5 bay leaves

๐Ÿ”ฅ Step-by-Step Cooking Method:

1๏ธโƒฃ Prepare the Masala

  • Finely grind onion, ginger, garlic, green chillies, tomatoes, and fresh coriander.
  • Heat oil in a pan, add whole spices, and then mix in the ground masala.

2๏ธโƒฃ Cooking the Spices

  • Let the masala cook well. Then, add all dry spices and cook for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add salt to taste, mix well, and cook for another 5 minutes.

3๏ธโƒฃ Stuffing & Cooking the Brinjals

  • Add homemade kala masala and mix everything.
  • Once the masala cools, stuff it into the brinjals and place them in a cooker.
  • Pour 1/2 bowl of water and add any remaining masala to the cooker.

4๏ธโƒฃ Final Cooking

  • Cook on low flame for 2 whistles.
  • Allow the pressure cooker to cool down before opening.

๐ŸŽ‰ Your flavorful Masala Bharwa Baingan is ready to serve! ๐Ÿ˜‹

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Which type of brinjal is best for Stuffed Brinjal? ๐Ÿ†

    โœ” Small and tender brinjals are the best, as they cook faster and absorb the masala well. ๐Ÿ˜‹

  2. How to make Stuffed Brinjal spicier? ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

    โœ” Increase the quantity of red chilli powder and green chillies for extra spice. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

  3. Can I make Stuffed Brinjal without a pressure cooker? ๐Ÿณ

    โœ” Yes, you can cook it in a pan on low heat, but it will take more time. โณ

  4. How to make Stuffed Brinjal healthier? ๐Ÿฅ—

    โœ” Use less oil and add more green veggies and spices. ๐ŸŒฟ

  5. Can I prepare Stuffed Brinjal in advance? ๐Ÿ•’

    โœ” Yes, you can store it in the fridge for 1-2 days after cooking. โ„๏ธ

  6. Which spices are essential for Stuffed Brinjal? ๐Ÿง‚

    โœ” Coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric, black masala, and a little chaat masala enhance the flavour. ๐Ÿ›

  7. How to remove bitterness from brinjal? ๐Ÿค”

    โœ” Soaking cut brinjals in salt water for 15 minutes removes bitterness. ๐Ÿ’ฆ

  8. Can I add other vegetables to Stuffed Brinjal? ๐Ÿฅ•

    โœ” Yes, adding potatoes, tomatoes, or paneer can make it even more delicious. ๐Ÿง€

  9. What is the best way to serve Stuffed Brinjal? ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

    โœ” Serve hot with paratha, tandoori roti, or rice for the best taste! ๐Ÿ˜

  10. Any special tips to make Stuffed Brinjal tastier? ๐ŸŽฏ

    โœ” Cook on low heat and roast the masala well for a rich and flavorful taste! ๐Ÿคค

Author

For me, cooking is more than preparing foodโ€”itโ€™s a way to share love, create memories, and bring people closer. As a homemaker, my kitchen is my happy place, where everyday ingredients become comforting meals and festive feasts. I love experimenting with flavors and adding personal twists to traditional recipes, making cooking fun, simple, and full of heart.

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