In Maharashtra, where I come from, this is called Vaangyache bhareet.
A cooling and tummy friendly raita, despite what the ingredients may suggest – it is perfect for the summer months ahead.
If it makes things easier, think of it as a version of baba ghanoush covered in a blanket of yogurt.
Ingredients:
2 medium eggplants
1 small onion, shopped fine,
1 medium tomato, chopped
1-2 tablespoons of fresh coriander, chopped
salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon of paprika
1 teaspoon of cumin-coriander powder
3/4 cup thick yogurt, chilled
Method:
1. Pre-heat the oven to Gas 5 (400 F) for 10 minutes. Place the eggplants whole (stem and all) on a lighted greased, deep pan and roast them for about 40-50 minutes. They are done when the skin is charred and the insides are a squishy mush. Keep a close watch on the oven and turn them around after 20-30 minutes so that they don’t explode in your oven. (If you prefer, you could also prick the skin with a fork before roasting.)
2. Once the eggplants are cool, scoop out the flesh and mash with the back of a fork.
3. Add in the chopped onions, tomatoes, fresh coriander, salt and the spices. Mix well.
4. Just before serving, top with yoghurt and mix well.
5. Garnish with a sprig of coriander.
Enjoy with some spicy pulao or use it as a dip for some oven hot nan bread.
Reminds me that I haven’t made this in ages – time to rectify that! 🙂
Corinne, I’m glad there’s at least one other person on the A-Z who is familiar with this recipe. Most people don’t seem to have come across it before. 🙂
I must try this…I love yogurt and like experimenting with it 🙂 Thanks!
Thanks, Kajal. It’s one of my favourites.
I must ask my mom to try this!!! Looks yummy!!!
Stri
Thanks! 🙂
Baba ghanoush covered in a blanket of yogurt….now this my husband would really love to cook and eat as well 🙂 Must share this recipe with him!
Thanks, Beloo. Let me know if you like it or if you try any variations.
Cheers!
I am going to try this 🙂 But without yogurt!!! Hope that turns out good too!
Swathi, it tastes equally good without the yoghurt. I have been lactose intolerant for the last year and have skipped the yoghurt.
Yummy!
Thanks, Sophie.
innovative.. dont think ive ever had anything like this…
I thought it was a fairly common dish but looks like a lot of people are discovering it here for the first time. Thanks for stopping by my blog, Roshan.
Have never tried or tasted this recipe. Must try it out! 🙂
Thanks, Shilpa. I’m quite surprised as I thought most people would go – Yeah, I have it all the time.
🙂 Let me know if you like it.
Eggplant in Raita – never thought that combination. Just discussed with my wife to try it sometime..Thanks for this nice, colorful post…
Thanks for stopping by my blog, Jayanta. Hope you like it.
I used to hate egg plants, for many many years. Recently, I visited a restaurant where I tasted it, since then started preparing it at home. Thanks for the recipe will try it this week 🙂
Thanks, Ananya. Let me know if it converts you. 😉
Thanks for the recipe. As you know, I’m looking for ways to make eggplant interesting. This helps and looks doable. Ananya, I’m hoping to convert my family like you have been.
I have never had eggplant, but I like raita, so I might have to try this. Sounds yummy!
Stopping by from the A to Z 🙂
Thanks for stopping by, Jaimie. Look forward to reading your posts on the A-Z.
Oh yum! That’s great – I love raita and I love eggplants, but never thought of combining… So many great versions of raita… Will definitely try this one! Thanks for sharing:-)
Cool. Thanks, Eli. Let me know what you think of it, even if you hate it. 😉
This looks totally scrumptious! Monica, I am coming over this summer 😛
Do! I’ll remind you at regular intervals. 🙂
Baracuda! This is super delicious 😀 Cannot believe this 😛 Egg plant? And raita! genuis 😀
Richa
Thanks, Richa. Would love to know what you think of this.
Ohh this sounds interesting…I should try making this…
Random Thoughts Naba
Thanks, Nabanita. Would love to know what you think of it.
It’s a new recipe for me…I will try it for sure…
Interesting 🙂
Thanks for stopping by! Hope you like it.
Hate eggplants but my husband loves them! So, this is for him 🙂
🙂 Hope he likes it. Let me know if you change your mind! 😉
Yogurt with eggplant. I have to try this! My husband makes a similar relish but uses balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
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