Doi Begun Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Doi Begun is a traditional Bengali dish made with eggplants (brinjals) cooked in a creamy yogurt-based sauce. The dish has a tangy and slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with steamed rice or roti. The eggplants are first fried until golden brown and then simmered in a spiced yogurt gravy. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot for a comforting and flavorful meal.

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Ingredients for Doi Begun Recipe

  • 1 Medium Sized Eggplants
  • 1/2 cup Whisked Yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 Green Chilies, Slit
  • 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • as per your need Fresh Coriander Leaves For Garnish
  • as per your need Oil For Frying

Directions: Doi Begun Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Cut the eggplants into thick slices and fry them until golden brown.
  • STEP 2.In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, ginger-garlic paste, and green chilies.
  • STEP 3.Add whisked yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  • STEP 4.Add the fried eggplants to the sauce and simmer for a few minutes.
  • STEP 5.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

  • Choose small and tender eggplants for better taste and texture.
  • You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less red chili powder.
  • Add a pinch of sugar to balance the tanginess of the yogurt.

Storage and Serving

  • Doi Begun can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat it in a microwave or on a stovetop pan before serving.
  • Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.
Nutrition
value
183
calories per serving
16 g Fat3 g Protein7 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    16g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Carbs
    7g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    7g
  • Protein
    3g
  • Fiber
    < 1g

Fats

  • Fat
    16g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    133mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    130mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    15mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    13mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    123mg
  • Selenium
    3mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp