| Indian
name: Baingan
Bharta with castor oil |
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| Properties
of Eggplant |
| Taste:
Madhura (sweet) |
| Quality:
Laghu (light) |
| Potency:
Ushna (hot) |
| Post-digestive
effect: Katu (pungent) |
Medicinal Properties of Tulasyadi
phanta:
Roasted eggplant is light and easily
digestible. It helps in reduction of weight, and in treating
sciatica and piles. This recipe increases warm temperament
of body, thus good for using in winters. It also helps in
cleansing bowel movements, as we have used castor oil instead
of using any other vegetable oil.
Dosha Analysis:
It pacifies vata and
kapha dosha. It increases pitta dosha, thus,
pitta persons should eat it in a limited quantity.
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant (young and seedless)
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp. each ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped coriander
- 1 small finely chopped green chilly
- 1 tsp. coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 –3 tbsp. castor oil
- Salt to taste
Preparation:
- Brush little oil on the eggplant and
put it in the microwave for 10-15 minutes till it is almost
cooked, or roast it on a gas burner over medium heat.
- Peel off the skin. Mash well and keep
aside.
- Heat castor oil in a heavy saucepan;
add ginger-garlic paste and finely chopped green chilly
to it and stir. Add onions, stir fry for 5 minutes.
- Now add all the spices and fry for
few minutes.
- Add mashed eggplant and mix well.
Now add salt and a little water to get a thick consistency.
- Stir for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with
chopped coriander leaves and mix well.
- Serve hot with rotis/rice.
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