RASAVANGI (Eggplants in Gravy)

Rasavangi literally means Eggplants in gravy.A authentic Maharashtrian recipe very tasty and flavorful thickish gravy which tastes fabulous with all kinds of Indian bread or even with chunk of crusty bread.Here it is,go ahead and give it a try....

Eggplant Rasavangi:

You Need:
4 Eggplants, long ones are better but can use any type of firm Eggplants,
1 tbsp Tamarind Juice
1-2 Tomatoes
Cilantro
Salt

ROAST AND POWDER:
2 tbsp Coriander Seeds
1/2 tsp Fenugreek Seeds
1 tbsp Tuar Dal
1 tbsp Chana Dal
2-43 Dry Red Chillies or Paprika for color
Pinch of Hing

SEASON:
1 tsp Oil
1 tsp Mustard Seeds
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1 Red Chilly
Curry Leaves
1 small Onion sliced

HOW TO:

1. Heat oil, add all the seasoning ingredients one by one.When onions are reddish, add cubed eggplants and stir, cook until almost done.
2. Add in tamarind juice,salt,tomatoes,ground masala and 1 cup water. cover,simmer.
3. Uncover after a few minutes, garnish with cilantro and tomato slices.
4. Best served with Rice rottis , Parathas and also with Dosas.


Rasavangi with dosa and Rigdegourd Chutney:

Rasavangi tastes delicious with any one of these breads.

Rice Rottis:

Parathas:

Dosas:


That's it. Enjoy!!:)