Masala Gutti Venkaya - Spicy Stuffed Brinjal Curry | Big Foodie Recipes

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch and flavor.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: shredded dried coconut

Almond flour is lower in calories while maintaining a nutty taste.

brinjal

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: eggplant

Zucchini can be a lighter alternative with a similar texture.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor while still adding color.

Wash and dry the brinjals, making a slit in each without cutting through completely.

Roast peanuts until golden, then grind into a coarse powder.

In a pan, heat oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent.

Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies; cook until fragrant.

Stir in ground peanuts, coconut, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder; mix well.

Stuff the brinjals with the prepared mixture, pressing gently to fill them.

In the same pan, add more oil if needed and place the stuffed brinjals.

Cook on medium heat, turning occasionally, until brinjals are tender and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.

Add curry leaves and salt; mix gently to coat the brinjals.

Drizzle lemon juice over the top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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