Don’t get us wrong. We know that most of you love Baingan ka Bharta and it is liked by many. But just to eat brinjal in a different way with a different flavor profile, we thought of trying baingan bhurji. If Paneer Bhurji and Anda Bhurji can win our hearts, then why not give Baingan a chance too? As it turns out, baingan bhurji is quite a remarkable dish that can give a tough competition to our beloved baingan ka bharta. Don’t believe us? You have to try it first and then agree with us.
In fact, brinjal bhurji existed even before people discovered how to make brinjal bharta. rural areas still make it traditional Bhurji Go with eggplant and swear by its taste.
Difference between Baingan Bharta and Baingan Bhurji:
While the brinjal ka bharta is super mush and juicy, the brinjal bhurji is slightly crunchy and dry.
Brinjal Bharat It is made with roasted or steamed brinjals, while Baingan ki Bhurji uses simple grated brinjals.
In fact, making brinjal bhurji is easy as it does not require the extra step of roasting and then waiting for it to cool down.
Want to try it? Grab our easy recipe.
(Also read: 5 Bhurji Recipes to Make for a Quick Lunch,
Baingan Bhurji recipe is a must try once.
Baingan Bhurji Recipe How to make Traditional Baingan Bhurji at home
Click here to see the Easy and Simple Recipe for Baingan Bhurji.
You will be glad to find similarities in the recipe of Bharta and Bhurji. Both dishes are cooked in a pool of chopped onions and tomatoes along with common spices. However, the traditional method of cooking brinjal bhurji requires freshly crushed whole spices, which are believed to impart a stronger flavor of the spices. This delicious traditional Indian curry uses whole red chilies instead of chili powder and whole coriander seeds in its powdered form and is crushed just before cooking. Also grind ginger and garlic and make a fine paste. So, don’t rush to reach for the store-bought paste in your kitchen.
Have eggplant in the house? Make this recipe without thinking.