Indian Eggplant — Bhurtha

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This is a traditional North Indian (Punjabi) bhurtha made with eggplant and tomato, and seasoned with cumin, turmeric, garlic, and ginger. Serve with fresh roti or naan.

Submitted by Simmi G
Updated on October 19, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 eggplant

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger

  • 1 large tomato — peeled, seeded, and diced

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven's broiler. Rub oil on the outside of the eggplant or coat it with cooking spray. Place under the broiler, and cook until the flesh is soft and the skin is blistering off, about 30 minutes. Turn as needed for even cooking. Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise, and scoop the flesh out of the skin. Discard the skin; chop up the flesh, and set aside.

  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cumin seeds, and let them crackle for a few seconds and turn golden brown. Be careful not to burn them. Add the onion, ginger, and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Stir in the tomato, and season with turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir for a few minutes.

  3. Place the eggplant pieces in the skillet, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes so some of the moisture evaporates. Taste, and adjust seasonings if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve.

Cook’s Note

I don't let the onions get very brown.

You can also add peas to this dish. Stir in 1/2 cup of frozen peas when you are simmering the tomatoes.

465 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

120 Calories
7g Fat
13g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 35mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 505mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.