INSTANT POT INDIAN SPICY EGGPLANT
Inspired by the flavorful eggplant dish bhartha, this easy version skips the lengthy roasting and peeling steps and instead uses an instant pot to pre-cook the eggplant in 20 minutes.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Poke the eggplant 2 to 3 times on each side with a knife. Put the eggplant on the rack in a 6-quart Instant Pot® and pour 1 cup water into the pot. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 20 minutes (see Cook's Note).
- After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete. Being careful of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid. Remove the eggplant and rack. The eggplant should be completely soft and deflated. Set aside.
- Turn the pot to the high saute setting and when hot, add the oil. Stir in the curry powder, cumin and turmeric and cook until the spices are fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the onions to coat in the oil and spices. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are softened and slightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Add the ginger and garlic and stir to coat. Cook until the garlic starts to soften, 1 to 2 minutes more. Add the tomatoes and cook until the they break down and lose their structure, 6 to 7 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Cut the eggplant into chunks. Add the eggplant and peas to the pot and cook until completely warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add additional salt to taste.
- Serve warm with rice if desired and sprinkle with cilantro and mint.
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Felix Chia
[email protected]This dish is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The eggplant is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with rice, and it was a perfect meal.
Mujahid Noonari
[email protected]This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves eggplant or Indian food. The eggplant is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with rice, and it was a per
Rummi Singh
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The eggplant is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I love the combination of spices, and the heat is just right. I serve it with rice or naan, and it's always a p
gary hughes
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my party. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with naan, and it was a perfect meal.
khadga khatri
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good Indian eggplant dish for a while now, and this one is perfect. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the hea
Kgothatso Matlala
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with naan, and it was a perfec
Enhle Hlehle
[email protected]I'm not a fan of eggplant, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it
Jemar Stewart
[email protected]This dish was a waste of time and ingredients. The eggplant was undercooked, and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.
Naqvi Shah
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong with this dish, but it was a disaster. The eggplant was burnt, and the sauce was way too salty. I would not recommend this recipe.
Hassnain Ghulam Nabi
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The eggplant was mushy, and the sauce was too spicy. I would not recommend this recipe.
Lesia Chiripamberi
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. The eggplant was a bit tough, and the sauce was a bit bland. I think I would have liked it more if the eggplant had been cooked for a shorter amount of time, and if the sauce had been more flavorful.
Uwayemwen Omoregie
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, but I would probably use less chili pepper next time.
Miracle Akan
[email protected]I was really impressed with this dish. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with naan, and it was a perfect meal.
Nagma Khatoon
[email protected]This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves eggplant. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with rice, and it was a perfect meal.
Omarr Hale
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with naan, and it was a perfect meal.
Sabajo Aengina
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. We all agreed that this is a dish we'll be making again and again.
cynthia partida
[email protected]What a fantastic dish! The eggplant was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I served it with rice, and it was a perfect meal.
Maher Shahzad
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was out of this world. I loved the combination of spices, and the heat was just right. I'll definitely be making this again.
Bright Monday Israel
[email protected]This dish was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with a perfect balance of heat and spice. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.