Follow these steps for perfect results
Jawla fish
sieved and cleaned
Onion
finely chopped
Fresh coconut
grated
Tamarind Water
as required
Red Chilli powder
Coconut Oil
Ginger
paste
Garlic
paste
Salt
as per taste
Brinjal (Baingan / Eggplant)
slit
Fresh coconut
grated
Dry Red Chillies
Coriander (Dhania) Seeds
Methi Seeds (Fenugreek Seeds)
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Lemon juice
as required
Onion
finely chopped
Sunflower Oil
Water
as required
Stir-fry jawla fish in coconut oil over medium heat until crisp and aromatic. Set aside.
In another pan, heat sunflower oil and saute finely chopped onion until translucent.
Add red chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, and tamarind water to the onions. Season with salt to taste and sauté until fragrant.
Slit brinjals lengthwise, creating a pocket for stuffing. Submerge in water to prevent browning.
Grind fresh coconut, dry red chilies, coriander seeds, methi seeds, turmeric powder, and lemon juice into a fine paste.
Combine the ground masala with the stir-fried jawla fish and mix well.
Stuff the jawla-masala mixture into the slit brinjals.
Heat sunflower oil in a pan and place the stuffed brinjals inside.
Add a little water to the pan and cover. Simmer until the brinjals are soft and cooked through.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and grated coconut before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Soak the brinjals in salted water to reduce bitterness.
Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your preferred spice level.
Use fresh coconut for the best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
The stuffing can be made a day ahead.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander and grated coconut. Arrange brinjals attractively on a plate.
Serve with roti or rice.
Serve with a side of yogurt.
Pairs well with spicy food.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular home-style dish in coastal regions.
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