Baingan bharta is a delicious and aromatic dish that showcases the mighty eggplant. Charcoal grilled eggplants are skinned and mashed with tomato, ginger, onion, garlic, and a multitude of spices for a smoky, tangy, and flavorful meal. Served with tender white rice, this vegan meal will have everyone asking for seconds.
Baingan Bharta: Smoky Eggplant with Jasmine Rice
Ingredients
- 1-2 trays baingan bharta
- 1-2 packages white rice
Directions
1A) For 2 Servings
Remove plastic from baingan bharta and place in a Suvie pan. Place pan in Top Zone of Suvie. Gently tap white rice package against the counter to break up any large pieces. Pour into a second Suvie pan and season with 2 tbsp water, 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional), 1/2 tsp salt, and freshly ground pepper. Place pan in Bottom Zone of Suvie.
1B) For 4 Servings
Remove plastic from both baingan bharta trays. Place 1 tray of baingan in each Suvie pan.
Gently tap white rice packages against the counter to break up any large pieces. Pour each package into a Suvie pan with the baingan bharta and season each with 2 tbsp water, 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional), 1/2 tsp salt, and freshly ground pepper. Place both pans in Suvie.
2) Input settings and cook now or schedule. Be sure to select “Yes” when asked if cooking from frozen.
Suvie Cook Settings
Bottom Zone: Roast at 300°F for 8 minutes (for 4 servings, Roast at 350°F for 40 minutes)
Top Zone: Roast at 375°F for 30 minutes (for 4 servings, Roast at 350°F for 40 minutes)
3) When the cook is complete, divide the baingan bharta and white rice between plates. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
Nutritional Information per serving (2-4 servings per recipe): Calories 430, Total Fat 17g, Total Carbohydrates 64g, Total Sodium 1320mg, Total Protein 7g.
