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Tarla Dalal

02 July, 2014

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About Achari Baingan

Ingredients

Methods

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What is achari baingan recipe made of?

How to make the achari spice mix

How to make the masala paste

How to make achari baingan masala

Pro tips to make achari baingan

Nutrient values

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achari baingan masala is a flavorful and tangy Indian sabzi recipe that features eggplant cooked in a spicy and tangy achari masala. Learn how to make achari baingan recipe | Punjabi style achari baingan masala | achari baingan sabzi |

This is one of the most delicious methods of cooking brinjal or Baingan. The achaari masala is very popular in Punjabi cuisine and contrary to popular belief does not use any actual achaar or pickle. It is a flavourful blend of carefully chosen spices and curds. The achaari masala is made using onion seeds (kalonji), mustard seeds, methi dana, sarso, garam masala and dry mango powder. Here I have added the very versatile brinjal to this tongue ticking masala.

The eggplant is often pan-fried or roasted until tender and kissed with a smoky char. They are then gently simmered in a rich gravy, crafted with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and a special blend of achari spices. The vibrant flavors of the marinade infuse the eggplant with a unique depth, creating a symphony of taste.

achari baingan masala is a versatile culinary delight. Enjoy it as a hearty main course with rice or roti, or savor it as a flavorful side dish alongside dal and vegetables. Its simplicity makes it an ideal weeknight meal, while it's tangy and spicy flavors provide a refreshing and satisfying dining experience.

pro tips to make achari baingan: 1. Do not use big bharta baingan to make this recipe. Use medium sized brinjal. 2. Dry roasting the spices before grinding them releases their essential oils, enhancing the aroma and flavor of the masala. 3.If you want the sabzi to be dry then skip adding water. 4. Use fresh ginger, garlic, and green chilies for a vibrant flavor profile.

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Ingredients

For Achari Baingan

2 cups sliced brinjals (baingan / eggplant)

2 tbsp mustard (rai / sarson) oil

1/2 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji)

1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)

1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak)

1 tsp finely chopped green chillies

a pinch of asafoetida (hing)

1 cup finely chopped onion

1/2 cup finely chopped tomato

salt to taste

2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

To Be Mixed Into A Masala Paste

1/4 cup fresh curd (dahi)

1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)

1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder

2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder

1/2 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)

1/2 tsp garam masala

For The Achari Spice Mix

1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)

1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)

1/2 tsp coriander (dhania) seeds

1/2 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)

1/4 tsp fenugreek (methi) seeds

Method

For achari baingan

To make achari baingan recipe, in a broad non-stick pan, dry roast the achari spice mix on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
Transfer it into a mixer jar and grind it to a fine powder. Keep aside.
Heat mustard oil till smoking point in a deep non-stick pan, add the brinjal slices, and shallow fry them on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes.
Remove them in a plate and keep aside.
In the same oil, add kalonji, garlic, ginger, green chillies, asafoetida and onions.
Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Add tomatoes and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the masala paste mixture, achari spice mix and mix well until the oil is released.
Add ½ cup hot water, fried brinjal slices, salt to taste and cook on a medium flame for 10 to 12 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Serve achari baingan hot garnished with coriander.

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what is achari baingan recipe made of?

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how to make the achari spice mix

1. In a small non-stick pan, add 1 tsp cumin seeds.
2. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson). Mustard seeds have a strong, pungent flavor that adds a unique spicy kick to the dish.
3. Add 1 tsp coriander (dhania) seeds. Coriander seeds have a warm, slightly citrusy aroma that adds depth and complexity to the dish.
4. Add 1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf). Fennel seeds have a distinct sweet and slightly licorice-like flavor that adds complexity to the dish.
5. Add ½ tsp fenugreek (methi) seeds. Fenugreek seeds have a distinctive, slightly bitter, and nutty flavor that adds depth and complexity to the dish.
6. Dry roast on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
7. Transfer it into a mixer jar.
8. Grind it to a fine powder. Keep aside.

how to make the masala paste

1. In a small bowl, add ¼ cup curd (dahi). Curd adds a tangy and slightly sour flavor that balances the spiciness of the pickle masala.
2. Add ½ tsp turmeric powder. Turmeric is a natural coloring agent that imparts a beautiful golden hue to the dish, making it visually appealing.
3. Add 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder. Kashmiri chili powder is known for its deep red color and intense flavor, but it's relatively mild in heat.
4. Add 2 tsp coriander (dhania) cumin seeds (jeera) powder.
5. Add ½ tsp amchur powder. Amchur powder imparts a distinct tangy and sour flavor to the dish, balancing the spiciness and richness of the other ingredients.
6. Add ½ tsp garam masala. Garam masala powder plays a crucial role in enhancing the flavor profile of Achari Baingan.
7. Whisk well and keep aside.

how to make achari baingan masala

1. Heat 2 tbsp mustard (rai / sarson) oil till smoking point in a deep non-stick pan. Mustard oil has a strong, pungent aroma that is characteristic of many North Indian dishes, including Achari Baingan. This aroma adds a unique flavor profile to the dish.
2. Add 3 cups brinjals (baingan / eggplant) slices. The soft, spongy texture of the brinjal absorbs the flavors of the spicy, tangy marinade, creating a delightful contrast.
3. Shallow fry them on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes.
4. Remove them in a plate and keep aside.
5. In the same oil, add ½ tsp nigella seeds (kalonji). Kalonji oil has a distinct, slightly bitter and nutty flavor that adds complexity to the dish.
6. Add 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun). Garlic is a rich source of umami, a savory flavor that adds depth and complexity to the dish.
7. Add 1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak). Ginger has a strong aromatic quality that adds depth to the overall aroma of the Achari Baingan.
8. Add 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies. They add a fiery kick, elevating the dish's overall spiciness level.
9. Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing).
10. Add 1 cup finely chopped onions.
11. Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
12. Add ½ cup finely chopped tomatoes. Tomatoes form the base of the sauce, providing a smooth and slightly thick consistency.
13. Cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
14. Add the masala paste mixture.
15. Add the achari spice mix.
16. Mix well until the oil is released.
17. Add ½ cup hot water.
18. Add the fried brinjal slices.
19. Add salt to taste.
20. Cook on a medium flame for 5 to 8 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
21. Add 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania).
22. Serve achari baingan recipe | Punjabi style achari baingan masala | achari baingan sabzi | hot garnished with chopped coriander (dhania).

pro tips to make achari baingan

1. Do not use big bharta baingan to make this recipe. Use medium sized brinjal.
2. Dry roasting the spices before grinding them releases their essential oils, enhancing the aroma and flavor of the masala.
3. If you want the sabzi to be dry then skip adding water.
4. Use fresh ginger, garlic, and green chilies for a vibrant flavor profile.

Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving

Energy	118 cal
Protein	2.2 g
Carbohydrates	7.9 g
Fiber	4.2 g
Fat	8.6 g
Cholesterol	2 mg
Sodium	9 mg

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Moon

March 13, 2025, midnight

Very tasty its my special dish which everyone loves! A frnd who never eats brinjal tried it n loveddd it!! Cudnt beliv dat he loved brinjal in dis form. Thank u

Foodie #542714

March 13, 2025, midnight

very tasty!!!!

Neetu Lohani

March 13, 2025, midnight

This recipe is really delicious n finger licking.. My husband really enjoyed such mouth watering dish made of egg plant after long long time.. :)

orangeanush

March 13, 2025, midnight

Absolutely superb! I made a low-fat, vegan version by roasting the marinated brinjal cubes on all sides on a lightly oiled tava, adding non-dairy milk instead of cream and using soya curds. I also used a little less chilli powder for the marinade as I didn't want it to be too hot. Otherwise I closely followed the recipe and made my own punjabi garam masala based on another recipe on this site. It was a tasty lunch served with bajra rotis.

Shraddha A

March 13, 2025, midnight

Awesome recipe. Great way to cook brinjals. It turned out yummy spicy and tongue tingling.

Foodie#438266

March 13, 2025, midnight

Love this recipe.

Foodie #603414

March 13, 2025, midnight

CB - I might have enjoyed this more without the curd

Foodie #589941

March 13, 2025, midnight

I love this recipe. Venkatesh Seshan

Aussie Girl

March 13, 2025, midnight

Superb recipe! The spices used impart a nice achari flavour to the otherwise bland eggplant!

Tarla Dalal

March 13, 2025, midnight

Thanks Aussie Girl. We are delighted you loved the recipe and continue to review our recipes. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback. Happy Cooking.