FRAGRANT INDIAN VEGETABLES

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     side dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 large or 3 smaller servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds of eggplant, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
4 tablespoons corn, canola or safflower oil plus a little for brushing
3/4 pound large new potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled
1 pound onion, coarsely chopped
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 bay leaf
1 head cauliflower, flowerettes cut into bite-size pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons coarsely grated fresh ginger
6 canned Italian plum tomatoes, well drained
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 cup or more nonfat plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat oven broiler and cover broiler pan with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange eggplant slices on broiler pan and brush lightly on both sides with oil. Broil eggplant as close to heat as possible, watching that the slices do not burn. When one side is brown, turn and brown on second side. Total broiling time about 15 minutes.
  • Cut the potato slices into quarters and saute in 2 tablespoons of oil until slices begin to brown and soften. Remove and set slices aside. In same skillet pour remaining oil and saute onion and garlic in oil for a minute or two. Add cumin and bay leaf and mix well; continue to saute until onions soften and take on color.
  • Add cauliflower, ginger and tomatoes, breaking up tomatoes with hands before adding them to pan. Cover and cook about 5 minutes, until cauliflower is done.
  • When eggplant is cool enough to be handled, trim off skin, cut into large chunks and add to skillet to heat through.
  • Serve with cilantro and yogurt.

Saleem Ullah
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This dish is a great way to introduce people to Indian cuisine. It's flavorful and easy to make, and it's sure to please everyone.


Opuada BJ
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I've been making this dish for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also very affordable.


qiiu
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This dish is so comforting and satisfying. I love the combination of spices and vegetables.


Helena McMahon
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Jackline Nchele
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This is a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Owen Maddock
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I love this dish because it's so versatile. I can add or remove vegetables depending on what I have on hand.


Jordan Szymczak
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Agent Venom
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Ms C.
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This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Jutt Sad
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also very healthy.


Faizan Mujahid
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This is one of my favorite Indian dishes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Ismail Jan
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The only change I made was to add a bit more spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Gift Hungwe
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were complex and well-balanced, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.