Begun Bhaja (বাজা শুরু, बैंगन पकोरा)

Begun Bhaja (বাজা শুরু, बैंगन पकोरा) is popular recipe from Bengal, it is easy to make and is delicious too. It is enjoyed like a snack with some sauce or as a side dish in main course along with rice.

Regional Dish:  Bengal, Orissa

Cuisine Style: Bengal| Cooking Time 45 mins | Take it as such | Type Snack| Shelf Life: 1 day| Quantity: 2 Servings.

Appx. Nutritional values calculated for 1 serving:

Calories (30Kcal), Carbohydrates (18g), Protein (0), Fat (4g)

Ingredients:

• Baingan ( Eggplant/ Brinjal) Lrage variety.  1 no.
• Oil . ½ cup
• Turmeric powder 1 tsp.
• Salt to taste.

Method:

1. First cut the eggplant in to quarters of 1 inch thickness.
2. Rub each piece with salt and turmeric powder.
3. Allow it to rest for 30 minutes.
4. Heat the oil in a shallow pan and fry the pieces till golden brown in color.

Note: Can add red chili powder too if you like spicy variety.

Variations: Garam masala powder, Amchur powder, Chiroti rava ( fine sooji)