Vazhuthanga-Kizhangu Masala | Egg plant(Brinjal)-Potato Masala

Brinjals popularly known as the egg plant.They are  very low in calories and fat, but rich in soluble fibre content.Its also known to be effective in the treatment of high blood cholesterol levels.The recipe is very simple  yet good one.Am not a very big fan of this veggie,but at times I prepare this simple masala for rotis.When you wish to try out different recipes with chapatis ,check this out.

Brinjal potato masala

Ingredients-
Brinjal 4 small long slender cut
potato  1 long slender cut
onion 1 sliced
garlic 2 cloves
tomato 1 sliced
cilantro 1/4 cup chopped
chilly powder 1tsp
turmeric powder 1tsp
chat masala 1/2tsp (optional)
fennel seeds
salt
oil 3tsp




Method

• Wash and cut all vegetables.Microwave the potatoes with little salt and turmeric powder for 5 mins. 
• Add the brinjal in the half cooked potatoes and microwave for 4 mins. 
• In the mean time, heat oil in a non stick pan and pop fennel seeds,a nice aroma comes. 
• Saute the onions for 3 minutes and add the garlic,tomatoes.Cover and cook till the tomatoes are mashed. 
• Add all spices (chat masala adds a chatpata taste,kids love that) 
• Pour the microwave contents and mash it with the back of a spoon.Cook for 2 minutes till its blended well.Garnish with cilantro.
• Serve warm with rotis !!!

Servings 3-4 adults

Brinjal potato masala

Enjoy this lovely recipe,