Simple preparations are always gives tasty and comforting! Roasted methi /fenugreek powder & garlic is the highlight in this sabzi/side dish, the flavor enhance the taste!
- Onion - 1 no.
- Tomato - 1 no.
- Brinjal/ Eggplant - 4 nos.
> Seasoning:
- Mustard Seeds - 1 tsp
- Urud Dal/White Lentils - 1 tsp (grown in Indian subcontinent- Available in Indian Store)
- Garlic - 3 flakes (crushed or chopped)
- Curry Leaves - few
> Masala Powder:
- Sambar Powder - 2 tsp (Blend of many Indian spices -Available in Indian store)
- Red Chili Powder - 1 tsp
- Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp
- Roasted Methi/ Roasted fenugreek powder - 3 tsp
- Hing / Asafoetida pinch
- Salt to taste
Time Required: 15 mins.
Method:
Step 01) Heat a pan in medium flame add methi/ fenugreek seeds roast them nicely. Transfer it mortar and pestle and crush it nicely and keep it aside.
Step 02) In the same pan add 2 tsp of oil and add the seasoning seeds and allow them to splutter then add garlic and fry for 1 min. Add onions fry till transparent
Step 03) Add brinjal/eggplant and stir fry for 3 mins. Add tomatoes, when it becomes mushy add all the masala powders (sambar powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, roasted methi powder, asafoetida/hing and salt)
