Stuffed brinjal in Microwave

stuffed brinjal in microwave

In most kitchens, the microwave is a re-heater and a defroster. But there are ways to coax out delicious flavors and textures that you'd swear came from an old-fashioned,gas top.
Today i am here with an interesting recipe of stuffed brinjal that i learned from my Facefook freind Sabita shenoy with a little twist here and there.
I am sure "You'll feel good about feeding your family this creatively delectable recipe"

stuffed brinjal in microwave

Ingredients:

10 small sized purple brinjal

2 Big onions,chopped

3tsp Red chilly powder

1tsp Dry mango /amchoor powder

1tsp Garam masala

2tsp Coriander powder

1tbsp Ginger -garlic paste

A Pinch of sugar

Salt to taste

3tbsp Oil

1tsp lemon juice

Coriander leaves for garnishing

 

Method:

• Wash the brinjal thoroughly under tap water and make four slits from opposite side of the stalk .Do not cut them fully.Now leave them in a salt water for 10-15 minutes.

• Now prepare the stuffing by mixing all the ingredients and stuff the brinjals with this masala.

• Take a microwave safe glass bowl and add oil and micro on medium heat for 1 minutes

• Now arrange all the stuffed brinjal at a proper distance and sprinkle half of the coriander leaves and micro for 5-6 minutes.

• Take it out and slowly  turn all the brinjals,sprinkle some water and lemon juice,cook again on medium heat for about 5-6 minutes depending on the size of the brinjal

• once done garnish it with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with chapati or roti

 

 Note:

1. It can also be cooked completely on fire using nonstick pan or griddle but it should be on slow fire and takes little more time ie about 20-25 minute

2. If there is an excess of onion masala, put it on the top of brinjals before cooking.