Stuffed Brinjal Fry

INGREDIENTS

• Brinjal – 4
• Oil – 4 tblspn
• Mustard Seeds / Kaduku – 1 tsp
• Curry leaves a sprig

For Stuffing:

• Coconut – 1/2 cup grated
• Chilli Powder – 2 tsp
• Coriander Powder / Malli Podi – 1 tblspn
• Turmeric Powder / Manjal Podi – 1 tsp
• Salt to taste
• Jaggery – 1.5 tsp
• Tamarind pulp – 2 tsp
• Garlic – 2 cloves

HOW TO PREPARE:

• Take the grinding ingredients in a blender and make it into a coarse puree.
• Take the brinjal, slit them in the middle,open lightly, stuff the brinjal with this mix.
• Heat oil in a pan, add in mustard and curry leaves. Saute them for a min.
• Add in the brinjals, and toss well in the oil. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 mins till the brinjal is cooked.
• Toss them often.Serve.