BAIGAN CHOKA (ROASTED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)
A robust flavoured Trinidadian side dish or vegetarian spread for flatbreads. I don't usually add pepper to this as I think the flavour is intense enough. If not using a non- stick pan increase the oil to 2 tablespoons.
Provided by WizzyTheStick
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash eggplant and make slits in it with a knife.
- Peel garlic cloves and stick into the slits made in the eggplant.
- Insert tomato wedges into the slits.
- Rub the eggplant with a teaspoon of oil.
- Roast over an open flame (for example, a gas cooker) until soft. Do not grill because the taste will not be the same. The open flame imparts a smokey flavour which gives this dish it's signature flavour.
- To make roasting more manageable. I usually cut the eggplant in half making sure that the garlic is wedged deep inside so that it doesn't fall out. I use a long cooking fork to turn the melongene and make sure it roasts evenly on all sides.
- When eggplant is soft, slit the charred skin lengthways with a knife and scrape out the soft somewhat stringy pulp. Discard skin.
- Mash the pulp, tomato,and roasted garlic in a bowl with a fork or pop it into your blender if you want a nice smooth texture.
- Add 1 tsp oil to a non-stick frying pan and cook 1/4 cup onion until fragrant but not translucent. (You want them to still have some crunch to them but not quite the sharp raw onion taste.) This is a personal preference some people prefer the raw onions.
- Add the barely cooked finely chopped onion, salt to taste, and scotch bonnet pepper to the eggplant pulp.
- Typically enjoyed as a side with curried meats and rice or in Sada Roti (Indian flatbread ).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 5.1, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 1.9
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Erica Torres (Jamilla)
e-t@gmail.comI made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the roasted eggplant.
Akol Florence
a65@aol.comThis dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.
Dipendra Thapa
thapa_dipendra88@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Pakistan Mobile
mp16@hotmail.frThis is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
yasmine gauci
y_gauci52@yahoo.comI love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant. This dish is a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Axmed Zuldaan
axmedzuldaan66@gmail.comThis is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.
Olivia Wambule
o-w31@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The eggplant is so tender and flavorful, and the spices are perfect.
Fazira Kayinza
f-kayinza1@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also healthy and delicious.
Rohmot Ullah
u78@yahoo.comI made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the roasted eggplant.
Janaki K c
k.janaki@gmail.comThis dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.
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k-m48@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
I Li
li96@hotmail.co.ukThis is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
ruben paniagua
r_p41@yahoo.comI love the smoky flavor of the roasted eggplant. This dish is a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Mayra Hernandez
mayrah15@aol.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.
DAZZLING DIVA SALITA
dsalita85@hotmail.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The roasted eggplant is so flavorful and the spices are perfect.
ig_sweetmouth
ig_sweetmouth87@gmail.comThis is one of my favorite eggplant dishes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great.
Mekonnen Wendmu
mw@gmail.comI made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Afifa Abid
a-a@yahoo.comThis dish is absolutely delicious! The eggplant is roasted to perfection and the spices are perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.