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Begun Bhaja

A favourite of the Bengalis – simple yet tasty, brinjal slices shallow fried This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

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Begun Bhaja

Main IngredientsBrinjals, Poppy Seeds
CuisineBengali
CourseSnacks and Starters
Prep Time0-5 minutes
Cook time6-10 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of CookingEasy
OthersVeg

Ingredients list for Begun Bhaja

  • 4 medium Brinjals
  • 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Red chilli powder
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons Poppy seeds (khuskhus/posto)
  • to taste Salt
  • to deep fry Oil

Method

  1. Heat sufficient oil a non-stick pan.
  2. Cut half the brinjal into thick roundels. Halve the remaining brinjal and slice thickly. Place all of them in a bowl.
  3. Add salt, turmeric powder and chilli powder and mix well.
  4. Shallow-fry in hot oil, a few at a time,turning sides, till golden on both sides. Drain on absorbent paper.
  5. Serve hot.

Nutrition Info

Calories539
Carbohydrates23.7
Protein9.9
Fat45.1
Other FiberFiber- 31.9gm
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