Bharleli Vaangi


 * Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian
 * Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner

Ingredients

 * 6 Small sized aubergines (eggplant)
 * 2 tsp Powder of roasted peanuts
 * 1 tsp Powder of roasted sesame seeds
 * 1 tsp Goda masala
 * 1 tsp Red chile powder
 * 3 tsp peanut oil
 * ½ tsp cumin seeds
 * ¼ tsp mustard seeds
 * 2 tsp tamarind water (optional)
 * 2 tsp jaggery water
 * ½ tsp coriander leaves
 * salt to taste
 * grated coconut (fresh, not desiccated)

Directions

 * 1) Prepare the 'stuffing' masala by mixing together fresh grated coconut, peanut powder, sesame seed powder, red chilli powder, goda masala and salt.
 * 2) 2lice the aubergines into four leaving them attached only at the stem.
 * 3) Insert the 'stuffing' masala in it.
 * 4) Heat oil in pan.
 * 5) Add cumin and mustard seeds.
 * 6) Place the stuffed aubergines in it.
 * 7) Pour little water and cover for 10–12 minutes.
 * 8) Add the remaining stuffing.
 * 9) The gravy must be thick.
 * 10) Now add tamarind (optional) and jaggery water.
 * 11) Add salt to taste.
 * 12) Garnish with coriander leaves and grated coconut.
 * 13) Serve with rotis.