Shahi Baingan Bharta Creamy Roasted Mashed Eggplant

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This is similar to regular baigan bharta, except it is made more decadent by the addition of cream.

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Steps

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Prick the eggplant with a fork a few times , lightly oil and bake in a preheated oven at 400f roast until they are tender , about 30-40min or until the flesh yields easily to pressure.

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Remove the pulp , peel and mash.

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Heat oil , add onion and cook until golden brown.

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Add garlic , chilis and all the dry spices listed.

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Add tomato and cook , stirring , till tomato gets pulpy , about 10mins.

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Stir in the roasted eggplant pulp , and cook on medium-low heat , about 15min.

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Stir in the cream and garnish with chopped cilantro.

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Ingredients

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eggplant, vegetable oil, onion, garlic cloves, green chilies, ground coriander, ground cumin, garam masala, chili powder, paprika, salt, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, heavy cream