South Indian Potato & Eggplant Sabzi (Sukhi Aloo Baingan Ki Sabzi)
Sukhi Aloo Baingan Ki Sabzi is a classic South Indian dish prepared with a unique combination of potatoes (aloo) and eggplant (baingan). The flavors are enhanced with the use of mustard seeds, asafoetida, curry leaves, and red chili powder, making this dish not only simple to prepare but also incredibly flavorful. This recipe is perfect for a light, vegetarian lunch and is best enjoyed with dal tadka and tawa paratha.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient Name | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Potatoes (Aloo) | 4 (boiled, peeled, and chopped) |
| Eggplant (Baingan) | 1 (chopped) |
| Mustard Seeds (Rai) | 1 tsp |
| Asafoetida (Hing) | 1/4 tsp |
| Turmeric Powder (Haldi) | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Red Chili Powder (Lal Mirch) | To taste |
| Curry Leaves (Kadhi Patta) | 1 sprig |
| Oil | As required |
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Cook Potatoes:
- Begin by boiling the potatoes in a pressure cooker with water and salt. Cook for about 3 whistles, then turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally. Once done, peel the skin and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
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Temper Spices:
- Heat some oil in a frying pan (kadhai). Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter for about 10 seconds.
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Cook Potatoes:
- Add the chopped potatoes to the pan. Sprinkle in the salt, asafoetida (hing), red chili powder, and turmeric powder. Cook the potatoes on medium heat until they become golden and crispy. Set the potatoes aside in a separate dish.
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Cook Eggplant:
- In the same pan, add a little more oil. Now, add the curry leaves and chopped eggplant. Stir it well and cook for about 1 minute. Then, add salt, red chili powder, asafoetida, and turmeric powder. Cover the pan and let the eggplant cook until it becomes soft and tender.
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Combine:
- Once the eggplant is cooked, add the previously cooked potatoes back into the pan. Mix everything gently and cook for an additional 2 minutes. This will allow the flavors to blend together.
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Serve:
- Turn off the heat. Your Sukhi Aloo Baingan is ready to serve! Enjoy it hot with dal tadka and tawa paratha for a fulfilling South Indian-style lunch.
This South Indian Potato & Eggplant Sabzi is a flavorful, simple, and nutritious dish. The combination of spices, along with the smoothness of eggplant and the heartiness of potatoes, makes it a beloved recipe across many regions in South India. Try this recipe and enjoy the authentic taste of South India!
