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Bengali Begun Bhaja
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱10 minsPrep Time
🔥15 minsCook Time
⏰25 minsTotal Time
👥3Serves
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Thick brinjal slices dusted with turmeric and salt, shallow-fried golden — the begun bhaja that completes dal-bhaat.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Salt slices briefly; pat dry.
2
Dust turmeric; shallow-fry until golden both sides.
3
Drain; serve hot.
Nutrition per serving
160kcal
Protein2g
Carbohydrates12g
Fat12g
Fibre4g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Side-dish portions with shallow fry beat deep baths. Mustard oil flavour means you need less quantity.
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Pro Tips
- →Medium-high heat.
- →Don’t overcrowd.
- →Serve immediately.
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Variations
- 1Air-fry with oil spray.
- 2Besan light coat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Oil not hot; wet slices.
Dal, rice, aloo bhaja nights.
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