Punjabi Baigan Ka Bharta: 6-Step Guide To Make It At Home

By Krati Purwar

July 1,, 2025

Baigan ka bharta is among a few dishes that mask the pungent taste of brinjals and turn them into a lip-smacking delight. Punjabi baigan ka bharta is a recipe that every home chef should try.

Ingredients

6-8 garlic cloves 2 brinjals ½ cup onions, tomatoes 2 tbsp mustard oil 2 green chillies 1 tsp ginger, cumin seeds ½ tsp red chilli powder Salt to taste ¾ tsp garam masala Coriander leaves for garnish 1 tsp coriander powder

Step 1

Grease brinjals and tomatoes with oil and roast them directly on the stove.

Step 2

While brinjals and tomatoes cool off, saute ginger, cumin seeds, green chillies, and garlic in a pan.

Step 3

Add onions and wait for them to turn pink. Remove the skin of roasted vegetables and mash them.

Step 4

Add brinjals and tomatoes to the pan along with powdered spices.

Step 5

Stir the ingredients and let them cook unless the oil floats on the surface.

Step 6

Garnish the dish with coriander leaves and enjoy.