Vangyache Bharit

Vangyache Bharit

Preparation Time: 5 minutes; Cooking Time: 15 minutes.

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Ingredients :

Brinjal / Eggplant 5-6
Onion 1 small
Cilantro / Coriander leaves 2 tbsp
Salt 1 tsp
Red chili powder 1tsp
Turmeric 1 tsp
Veg. oil 1 tbsp.

Instructions:

First, wash Brinjals. Smear Brinjals with oil (olive oil/veg. oil).
Roast the Brinjals till internals of brinjal is cooked. Insert a spoon/knife into brinjal, check if it is soft and squashy, if not, continue roasting. It should be cooked evenly and from within.
Remove roasted brinjals in a pan and let it cool, then peel the skin of roasted brinjals. Finally, smash the brinjals.
Take a bowl and add finely chopped onions, then add mashed brinjals and mix it evenly.
Then add red chili powder, salt, turmeric powder, and finely chopped coriander and mix it well.
Serve it with chapati or with Bakari. But it tastes good with Jowar or Bajara bhakari.

Dietary Comments:

Calorie count based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
One serving contains 117 calories.

Health Benefits of Brinjals / Eggplant :

Brinjals are the richest source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber.
Great source of dietary fiber, which is essential for gastrointestinal health and regular bowel movement.
It contains antioxidants, which help to defend against a variety of diseases.
It is beneficial for bone health, it increases bone mineral density, its calcium and iron content improves bone health and strength.
It contains no fat or cholesterol, so it is very healthy food for weight loss.