Badal Jaam Recipes

Steps:

• Prepping the Eggplant:.
• 1) Cut eggplant into ½ inch thick slices.
• 2) Brush oil on both sides of each eggplant slice.
• 3) On a non-stick pan, cook the eggplant slices on both sides (each side should take five minutes).
• Prepping the Onion and Tomato Salsa (Masala):.
• 1) Heat oil in a pan. To this, add asafetida, green chilies, ginger and onions along with salt. Sauté till the onions become translucent.
• 2) Add Tomatoes along with coriander powder, red chili powder and garam masala. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the oil starts separating from this mixture.
• 3) Add ketchup and cook for another two minutes.
• 4) Switch off the gas and set aside.
• Arranging the Baadal Jaam:.
• 1) Place the eggplant slices side by side on the serving platter.
• 2) Top each slice with 1 tablespoon full of the prepared masala.
• 3) Add a dollop of sour cream on each of these slices and garnish with cilantro leaves.
• Serve hot and enjoy it with your loved ones!
• Tips:.
• 1) You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or hung yogurt (yogurt without water).
• 2) You can cook the masala and eggplants ahead and warm them before serving.
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