Bagara Baingan

Why You’ll Love It

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What You’ll Need

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Prep the Eggplants

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Make the Masala Paste

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Build the Curry

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Perfect Pairings

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Pro Tips

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Try It Today!

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SWIPE UP TO SEE: Bagara Baingan

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Bagara Baingan

A rich, tangy, and nutty eggplant curry bursting with bold flavors. Perfect with biryani, rice, or roti!

Why You’ll Love It

This Hyderabadi classic is made with tender eggplants in a luscious, spiced masala. Easy, and ready in under 30 minutes!

What You’ll Need

Small eggplants, tamarind, coconut, peanuts, sesame seeds, spices, and curry leaves come together for an irresistible dish.

Prep the Eggplants

Make slits in the eggplants, keeping them whole. Sauté until charred and slightly softened.

Make the Masala Paste

Blend roasted peanuts, coconut, sesame seeds, and spices into a smooth paste. This is the heart of the curry’s bold flavor!

Build the Curry

Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger with tamarind, jaggery, and the masala paste. Add the eggplants and simmer until tender.

Perfect Pairings

Serve Bagara Baingan with biryani, soft rotis, or fluffy basmati rice for a satisfying meal.

Pro Tips

Make the masala paste ahead—it freezes well for up to 6 months!

Try It Today!

Bagara Baingan is a rich and flavorful curry that’s simple to make and impossible to resist.

SWIPE UP TO SEE: Bagara Baingan