Genasina Bajji

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Ingredients

1 medium	eggplant
1 cup	gram flour (besan)
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon	cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon	coriander powder
1/4 teaspoon	asafoetida (hing)
1/2 teaspoon	salt
1/4 teaspoon	baking soda
1 cup	water
as needed	oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the eggplant and slice it into thin rounds.
2. 2 In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, asafoetida, salt, and baking soda.
3. 3 Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, mixing well to form a smooth, thick batter.
4. 4 Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5. 5 Dip each eggplant slice into the batter, ensuring it is well coated.
6. 6 Carefully drop the coated slices into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
7. 7 Remove the bajjis from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
8. 8 Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.