Gujarat Ringan No Olo Roasted Brinjal Spiced Preparation

Method

1. 1

   Roast brinjal directly over a gas flame with tongs, turning every 2 minutes, until completely charred on all sides and completely soft inside — 12 to 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Roast garlic briefly over flame.

3. 3

   Peel charred skin from brinjal. Discard skin. Peel garlic.

4. 4

   Mash the roasted brinjal flesh coarsely. Add roasted garlic.

5. 5

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds — pop. Add curry leaves.

6. 6

   Add finely chopped onion and green chillies. Cook on medium for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add turmeric, red chilli powder and coriander powder. Cook 1 minute.

8. 8

   Add the mashed roasted brinjal. Stir well. Cook 3 minutes.

9. 9

   Add sugar, lemon juice and salt. Mix.

10. 10

    Garnish with coriander. Serve with thepla or roti.