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Easy Fried Eggplant Roti: Taste of Desi Childhood Flavors
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Easy Fried Eggplant Roti: Taste of Desi Childhood Flavors
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Easy Fried Eggplant Roti: Taste of Desi Childhood Flavors

Discover the magic of perfectly fried eggplant wrapped in soft wheat roti, a staple of Desi cuisine. This recipe brings a taste of childhood and tradition, offering a simple yet incredibly flavorful curry-like experience that's more than just a meal – it's an embrace of homemade goodness and village vibes. Learn how to prepare this delightful dish step-by-step.
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#Roti
#Curry
#Desi Food
#Vegetarian
#Fried Eggplant
#Homemade
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Golden Fried Eggplant Slices
Golden Fried Eggplant Slices

Recipe Information

20m
Prep Time
35m
Cook Time
55m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Indian / South Asian (Desi)
English
Nutrition (per serving)
380
Calories
10g
Protein
45g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Rich Eggplant Curry
Rich Eggplant Curry

Ingredients

  • Whole Wheat Flour
    (For the roti dough)

    2 cups

  • Water
    (Or as needed for dough)

    1 cup
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  • Salt
    (1/2 tsp for dough, 1 tsp for curry)

    1 teaspoons

  • Cooking Oil
    (For kneading dough, frying eggplant, and cooking curry)

    3 cup

  • Eggplant
    (Sliced into rounds or planks)

    2 medium

  • Onion
    (Finely chopped)

    1 medium

  • Tomato
    (Pureed or finely chopped)

    2 medium
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  • Ginger-Garlic Paste
    (Freshly made or store-bought)

    1 tablespoon

  • Turmeric Powder
    (For color and flavor)

    1 teaspoon

  • Red Chili Powder
    (Or to taste, for heat)

    1 teaspoon

  • Cumin Powder
    (Ground cumin seeds)

    1 teaspoon

  • Coriander Powder
    (Ground coriander seeds)

    1 teaspoon
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  • Fresh Cilantro
    (Chopped, for garnish)

    2 tablespoons
Servings: 4
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Freshly Cooked Roti
Freshly Cooked Roti

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the Roti Dough: In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add water and 1 tablespoon of oil, kneading until a soft, pliable dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
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    Prepare the Roti Dough: In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add water and 1 tablespoon of oil, kneading until a soft, pliable dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
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    Adjust water slowly to achieve perfect dough consistency. Resting the dough makes it easier to roll.
  • 2

    Slice Eggplant: Wash and dry the eggplants. Slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds or planks. Lightly salt the slices and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry.
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    Slice Eggplant: Wash and dry the eggplants. Slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds or planks. Lightly salt the slices and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry.
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    Salting helps remove bitterness and prevents the eggplant from absorbing too much oil.
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  • 3

    Fry Eggplant: Heat about 1/2 cup of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the eggplant slices in batches until golden brown and tender on both sides. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
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    Fry Eggplant: Heat about 1/2 cup of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the eggplant slices in batches until golden brown and tender on both sides. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
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    Don't overcrowd the pan; this ensures even browning. Adjust heat to prevent burning.
  • 4

    Prepare the Curry Base: In the same pan, if needed, add 2 tablespoons of fresh oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala, about 5-7 minutes.
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    Prepare the Curry Base: In the same pan, if needed, add 2 tablespoons of fresh oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala, about 5-7 minutes.
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    Cooking the masala thoroughly is key to a rich, flavorful curry.
  • 5

    Combine Eggplant with Curry: Gently add the fried eggplant slices to the curry base. Mix carefully to coat the eggplant without breaking it. Cook for another 3-5 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
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    Combine Eggplant with Curry: Gently add the fried eggplant slices to the curry base. Mix carefully to coat the eggplant without breaking it. Cook for another 3-5 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
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    Be gentle to maintain the eggplant's shape and texture.
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  • 6

    Roll and Cook Roti: Divide the rested dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle (roti) using a rolling pin and a little dry flour. Heat a flat griddle or tawa over medium-high heat. Cook each roti for about 30-60 seconds per side until bubbles form and it cooks through. Brush with a little oil if desired.
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    Roll and Cook Roti: Divide the rested dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle (roti) using a rolling pin and a little dry flour. Heat a flat griddle or tawa over medium-high heat. Cook each roti for about 30-60 seconds per side until bubbles form and it cooks through. Brush with a little oil if desired.
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    Cook roti quickly on high heat to keep them soft and avoid drying out.
  • 7

    Serve: Serve the hot fried eggplant curry wrapped inside the freshly made soft roti. Enjoy immediately.
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    Serve: Serve the hot fried eggplant curry wrapped inside the freshly made soft roti. Enjoy immediately.
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    Best enjoyed warm and fresh.
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