Poppy seeds is very much relished by most Bengalis and Aloo Posto (Potatoes in Poppy Seeds Gravy) is a very popular recipe on a Bengali platter. In fact, my favorite indulgence during my India visit is poppy seeds. So I try making various recipes with it.
Today let me share 'Begun Posto' (Eggplants in Poppy Seeds Gravy), that I had prepared and subsequently clicked few pics. Very simple and easy to prepare, it is cooked in mustard oil for an authentic touch and flavour. It is an absolute delicacy that goes extremely well with steamed rice or chapati. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare it.
- 4-5 long eggplants, chopped
- 2-3 tbsp. mustard oil
- 1 tsp. nigella seeds
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds, ground with some water
- 2-3 green chilies
- salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
- 2-3 tbsp. coriander leaves
Heat oil and temper with nigella seeds. Sauté for a few seconds and then add the onion and green chilies. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
Add the chopped eggplant, salt and turmeric powder. Sauté for 4-5 minutes. Add the poppy seeds paste. Mix well and stir fry for a minute.
Add 1 cup water and simmer, covered till the gravy turns thick. Add coriander leaves and give it a toss. Switch off the flame and serve with rice or chapatis.
Heat oil & temper with nigella seeds. Sauté few seconds. Then add onion
& green chilies. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes.
Add chopped eggplant, salt & turmeric powder. Sauté for 4-5 minutes.
Add poppy seeds paste & mix well. Sauté for a minute. Add 1 cup water
& simmer, covered till gravy turns thick. Add coriander leaves & toss.
Serve with rice or chapatis.
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