Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk
Silky eggplant slices are simmered in spiced coconut milk brightened with tangy tamarind, then finished with an aromatic tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies. Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk offers a mellow, gently spicy sauce with toasty, fragrant notes that pair beautifully with rice or flatbreads. Ideal as a vibrant Indian side for dinner or a festive spread.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook17 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Season the brinjal with 1/4 teaspoon chile powder, 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder, and salt; set aside for the flavors to develop, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the brinjal until lightly browned and tender, about 10 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat.
- 3
Combine coconut milk, the reserved tamarind juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons chile powder, coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder in a saucepan; heat over medium heat until the flavors come together, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the cooked brinjal and mix well.
- 4
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; add mustard seed, curry leaves, and dried chile peppers. Cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour the oil mixture over the brinjal.
- Calories 106.18 kcal Moderate 5%
- Protein 1.39 g Low Source 3%
- Carbohydrate 13.03 g 5%
- Total Fat 4.18 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 1.21 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.66 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 666.68 mg High 29%
- Dietary Fiber 5.61 g Good Source 20%
- Total Sugars 6.7 g --
- Added Sugars 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 74.88 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 0.18 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 201.08 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 1.53 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 2.03 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.42 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Mustard
About This Recipe
Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk is an Indian side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 32 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Powder, Coconut Milk, Coriander Seed, and Dried Chile Peppers. Each serving provides about 106.18 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Powder, Coconut Milk, Coriander Seed, Dried Chile Peppers, Eggplant. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk?
- About 32 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 17 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 106.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk healthy?
- Brinjal (Eggplant) in Coconut Milk has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 106.18 calories and 1.39 g of protein, or 3% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 666.68 mg (29% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.21 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Mustard, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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