Andhra Style – Gutti Vankaya (Eggplant) Fry

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon oil and add 2 tablespoons chana dal, 2 tablespoons urad dal, 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon jeera seeds, 1/4 teaspoon methi seeds, few dry red chilies. Stir fry until it turns slightly dark in color.

Step 2

Add the mixture to the grinder and add 2 teaspoons coconut powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 onion. Make coarse powder.

Step 3

Cut brinjal to four in the bottom, only through 3/4th, not fully.

Step 4

Stuff each eggplant with coarsely ground powder. There will be remaining powder. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and add stuffed eggplants. Close the lid and cook on a slow flame.

Step 6

Once the eggplants are soft, add the remaining powder.

Step 7

Check if the eggplants are fully cooked. Turn off the stove.