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Garlic and Basil Bengali Eggplant Curry with Coconut Milk

Introduces a garlicky freshness with basil.

42 minutes4 servings
Garlic and Basil Bengali Eggplant Curry with Coconut Milk
Photo: Vegan Feast Catering · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Add garlic to the onions during sauté and stir in basil at the end.
  2. Heat ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced onions and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, and tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add cubed eggplants and cook for 10 minutes until tender.
  6. Stir in garam masala and coriander. Adjust salt.
  7. Check eggplants are fully cooked and tender.

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