Baingan Bhaja | Begun Bhaja | Bengali Begun Bhaja

Baingan Bhaja | Begun Bhaja | Bengali Begun Bhaja is a popular and traditional Bengali dish.

Baingan Bhaja | Begun Bhaja | Bengali Begun Bhaja is a shallow fried marinated slice of baingan. It is probably unlike anything you have ever tasted, especially if seasoned with the right amount of spices. Smeared thick-sliced brinjals with spices and shallow fried on medium heat give a beautiful texture and amazing taste. The sugar in the marinade allows the brinjals to develop a wonderful amber-colored crust and give it a delicious flavor. It is crunchy from the outside and soft from the inside. It is best with dal-rice or roti or paratha or you can have it as it is. Try to prepare this mouth-watering recipe and enjoy it. Let us know your feedback in the comment section.

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This recipe was prepared under the live cooking contest ZPL season 2 by a lovely mom – Archana Chakravarthy.

Tips and Suggestions by Mom Chef:-

• It is necessary to marinate the baingan.
• Always use the fresh long and large-sized baingan.
• Make sure to coat the spices properly.
• You can either shallow fry or deep fry the baingan.
• Cut each slice of baingan with the same thickness, so that they cook throughout evenly.
• Always fry marinated baingan in mustard oil only to enjoy the essence of authentic Bengali bhaja.
• You can also store marinated baingan slices and fry it when you have to eat.

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