Baingan Bharta Chilla Fritters

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Baingan Bharta Chilla Fritters

Baingan Bharta, a popular Indian dish, takes on a new form with these crispy and flavorful fritters. Made with roasted eggplant mash, onion, ginger, and spices, these bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion. Their crunchy exterior and soft interior will have you hooked from the first bite.

šŸ½ļø Vegetarian šŸŒ Indian šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.3/5 (810 reviews)
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25m
Prep
šŸ”„
40m
Cook
āŒ›
65m
Total
šŸ‘„
4
Serves
šŸ”„
470
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 cups Eggplant, medium
  • 1 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon Amchur powder
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Corn oil
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Water

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Preheat oil in a deep frying pan to a temperature of 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Step 2: In a bowl, mash the roasted eggplant with a fork until it's smooth.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add the chopped onion, minced ginger, minced garlic, chili powder, garam masala, and amchur powder to the bowl with the eggplant.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Mix well until all the ingredients are well combined.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Add the lemon juice, chopped cilantro, and bread crumbs to the bowl and mix well.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Add the water to the bowl and mix until the mixture is smooth.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Using a spoon, drop small balls of the mixture into the hot oil.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Flatten the balls slightly with a spatula and cook for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.

  10. 10

    Step 10: Serve the Baingan Bharta Chilla Fritters hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

Be careful while working with hot oil. Do not overcrowd the frying pan. You can store the fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

470
Calories
21g
Protein
45g
Carbs
20g
Fat
6g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
520mg
Sodium
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