Begun Bhaja - Bengal
Thick eggplant rounds marinated in turmeric and chilli, then shallow-fried in mustard oil to a silky, smoky-edged crisp - a Bengali table staple.
25 min 2 servingsEasy
Ingredients
2 servingsFlavor profile
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Method
- 1Slice the eggplant into thick rounds.
- 2Rub both sides with turmeric, chilli powder, sugar and salt; rest 10 minutes.
- 3Dust lightly with rice flour.
- 4Heat mustard oil until it just smokes, then lower the heat.
- 5Shallow-fry the slices 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and soft inside.
- 6Drain and serve hot with steamed rice and dal.
Frequently asked
About 25 minutes total — 10 min prep and 15 min cooking.
Yes — Begun Bhaja - Bengal is gluten free, jain, veg, vegan.
This recipe makes 2 servings.
