Bharli Baingan is a Maharashtrian version of baby eggplants stuffed with fresh coconut, peanuts and spices. Serve with roti or rice and dal for a filling and delicious meal.
First thing that comes to my mind when I think of stuffed veggies is eggplant – stuffed eggplant. It is one of my favorite ways of enjoying eggplant. Each state has a different way of preparing this classic dish – like this Andhra Gutti Vankaya. Today I made Maharashtrian Bharli Baingan with a spicy, tangy coconut stuffing. This dish is great to serve with both rice or roti.As an ardent eggplant lover, I’ve tried quite a few stuffedeggplantrecipes. My only requirement is that the recipe should be easy to make without too much fuss. This bharli Baingan recipe is from Smitha Deo. I loved the fact that there is no need to precook the stuffing. Everything goes into a blender.I had some fresh coconut in the fridge and store bought roasted peanuts in the pantry – so the stuffing came together in no time. Goda masala in the stuffing gives it the authentic Maharashtrian flavor. I had some homemade masala in the fridge, if not you can also use store bought one.
Don’t fuss to much about how the eggplants are stuffed. They will anyway be cooked in the leftover stuffing. This is a delicious curry with tons of flavor – it’s spicy, tangy and sweet – all at the same time. Make it for your eggplant loving family.
Bharli Baingan is a Maharashtrian version of baby eggplants stuffed with fresh coconut, peanuts and spices. Serve with roti or rice and dal for a filling and delicious meal.
Bharli Baingan is a Maharashtrian version of baby eggplants stuffed with fresh coconut, peanuts and spices. Serve with roti or rice and dal for a filling and delicious meal.
Grind all the ingredients for stuffing. Add just enough water to make a smooth paste. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Keeping the crown on for the eggplant; make slits on the other end and make sure to cut all the way through.
Stuff the eggplants with the stuffing and set aside. Reserve the leftover stuffing
Heat oil in a pan; add mustard seeds, asafoetida; once the seeds start to splutter - add the curry leaves and cook for 30 seconds.
Gently add the stuffed eggplant to pan along with the reserved stuffing and ½ cup of water. Cook covered on medium-low flame until the eggplant are tender, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve with roti and/ or rice.
10 thoughts on “Bharli Baingan (Stuffed Eggplant Curry) Recipe”
Haha, we all know how much you love eggplants and not at all surprised to see another eggplant for the theme, stuffed food. Actually even I eggplants on the list for this theme. No onion, no garlic curry looks really good and a good one for any day of the week.
This is a tasty dish Pavani, we loved it a lot when I had made it for the thali too…Knowing your love for eggplant, I am sure you are going to make this again.:)
Bharli Baingan is a Maharashtrian version of baby eggplants stuffed with fresh coconut, peanuts and spices. Serve with roti or rice and dal for a filling and delicious meal.
As an ardent eggplant lover, I’ve tried quite a few stuffed eggplant recipes. My only requirement is that the recipe should be easy to make without too much fuss. This bharli Baingan recipe is from Smitha Deo. I loved the fact that there is no need to precook the stuffing. Everything goes into a blender.
I had some fresh coconut in the fridge and store bought roasted peanuts in the pantry – so the stuffing came together in no time. Goda masala in the stuffing gives it the authentic Maharashtrian flavor. I had some homemade masala in the fridge, if not you can also use store bought one.
Haha, we all know how much you love eggplants and not at all surprised to see another eggplant for the theme, stuffed food. Actually even I eggplants on the list for this theme. No onion, no garlic curry looks really good and a good one for any day of the week.
I have a couple of bookmarked recipes for stuffed eggplants. I like this version too, sounds fuss free.
Love this coconut and peanut stuffed baby brinjals. Looks so delicious! Bookmarking this to try asap!
Bharli wangi is one of my favorite dish. I love the spice combo. Your version looks great!
Pavani, with your love for eggplant, I am not surprised at all looking at the recipe. A very flavorful one for sure.
ah ! I had this on my mind with a slightly different gravy. but the pics were a let down. this is super good for vangi lovers like you and me :p
This is a tasty dish Pavani, we loved it a lot when I had made it for the thali too…Knowing your love for eggplant, I am sure you are going to make this again.:)
This stuffed baingan looks fabulous Pavani. Peanut and coconut would add so much flavour tk the dish.
This dish sounds like a perfect party dish and must have been flavorful.
Love the coconut stuffed eggplant and they look so delicious and tempting..