Begun Bhaja

Per serving

Calories

180

Protein

3 g

Carbs

14 g

Fat

12 g

Fibre

3 g

Vitamins and minerals, % of a day’s needs

• Iron5%
• Vitamin D0%
• B120%
• Zinc4%
• Magnesium7%
• Omega-37%
• Folate10%
• Calcium3%
• Potassium10%
• Vitamin C20%
• Vitamin A4%
• Riboflavin3%

Worked out from the ingredients. How we work out our numbers

Ingredients

• 300 g Eggplant
• 80 ml Vegetable oil
• 0.3 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.3 tsp Chilli powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 small Onion
• 1 whole Green chilli
• 10 g Coriander leaves

Method

1. 1

   Trim eggplant and cut into 0.5cm thick lengthwise slices. Lightly salt and let sit for 10 minutes to remove moisture.

2. 2

   Mix turmeric powder, chilli powder, and salt in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Pat eggplant slices dry with paper towels. Rub both sides with spice mixture.

4. 4

   Heat oil in a frying pan to 170°C. Carefully place eggplant slices in hot oil and fry for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towels.

5. 5

   Arrange fried eggplant on a plate. Thinly slice onion and green chilli, scatter over top. Sprinkle with coriander leaves. Serve hot.