## Brinjal Curry Recipe (South Karnataka Style) – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Brinjal Curry Recipe** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **South Karnataka Lunch**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 15 minutes
**Cook time:** 60 minutes
**Total time:** 75 minutes

**Cuisine:** South Karnataka
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Brinjal Curry Recipe:

* 10 Small Brinjal (Baingan / Eggplant)
* 2 Onion – finely chopped
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* Salt – to taste
* 4 tablespoons Sunflower Oil
* Coriander (Dhania) Leaves – for garnishing
* Roasted Peanuts (Moongphali) – for garnishing
* 1/4 cup Fresh coconut – freshly grated
* 2 tablespoons Raw Peanuts (Moongphali)
* 2 tablespoons Tamarind Paste
* 2 Dry Red Chillies
* 2 tablespoons Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 tablespoon Red Chilli powder
* 1 tablespoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 1 tablespoon Salt

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Brinjal Curry Recipe:

1. To begin with Badanekaayi Gojju, firstly wash the brinjals and slit them cross wise.
2. Mix all the ingredients mentioned under ‘For filling’ in a mixing bowl and fill it into the brinjals.
3. Let them sit for some time, till you get everything else ready.
4. Blend all the ingredients listed under ‘For the paste’ to make a smooth paste, using enough water.
5. In a wide pan, heat the oil.
6. Add mustard seeds and let it crackle.
7. When it crackles, add the chopped onions and sauté till it turns pink.
8. Add brinjal and the remaining filling into the pan and sauté.
9. Cover and cook till the brinjal is 3/4th cooked.
10. Add the ground paste and 1 cup water.
11. Add salt and jaggery, cover and cook.
12. Cook till the gravy thickens and the brinjal is cooked well.
13. Garnish is with some coarsely crushed peanuts and coriander leaves.
14. Serve Badanekaayi Gojju with Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha and Lauki raita for a perfect weekday lunch.

### Tips for the Best Brinjal Curry Recipe:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.

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