How To Make Trini Baiganee | Foodie Nation x Dev

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while corn flour is often cheaper.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Canola oil has a better health profile, while sunflower oil is usually less expensive.

Slice eggplant into quarter-inch thick rounds and lay them out to dry for about an hour, covering with a napkin to absorb moisture.

Season the dried eggplant slices with salt and cumin, mixing well to coat.

Blend soaked dal in a food processor until smooth.

In a mixing bowl, combine the blended dal, green seasoning, turmeric, baking powder, and a little salt.

Add all-purpose flour gradually, adjusting for consistency until the batter is sticky but not too loose.

Heat coconut oil until hot in a deep skillet.

Dip each eggplant slice into the batter, ensuring it is well coated.

Carefully place battered eggplant slices into the hot oil, frying until golden brown.

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