Ringan No Olo

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Ingredients

2 large	eggplants (baingan)
2 tablespoons	peanut oil
1 cup	finely chopped onions
1 cup	chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons	crushed garlic
1 tablespoon	green chili paste
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 tablespoon	jaggery
—	salt to taste
2 tablespoons	chopped fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Roast the eggplants over an open flame until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
2. 2 Allow the roasted eggplants to cool slightly, then peel off the charred skin and mash the flesh.
3. 3 Heat peanut oil in a pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
4. 4 Once the seeds splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Add the crushed garlic and green chili paste, and sauté for another minute.
6. 6 Stir in the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
7. 7 Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate from the masala.
8. 8 Add the mashed eggplant to the pan and mix well with the masala.
9. 9 Stir in the jaggery and cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
10. 10 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with bajra rotla or rice.