Baby Brinjal and Peanut Masala Recipe (Kathirikai Curry) Serves: 2  Ingredients: 8-10 baby brinjal 1/2 cup raw unsalted peanuts 1 tbsp coriander powder 1 tsp jeera / cumin seeds 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper A generous pinch of hing / asafoetida A pinch of turmeric powder 1/4 tsp red chilli powder A few curry leaves 2 tbsp oil 1/4 tsp mustard seeds A small piece of tamarind or 1/2 tsp tamarind paste Salt to taste How to make Kathirikai with Peanuts Curry:

  1. Cut baby brinjal into thin long pieces. I cut each small brinjal into 8 long pieces, lengthwise.
  2. Heat oil and add the mustard seeds. When they pop, add the jeera and curry leaves. Once the jeera sizzles and turns a darker share of brown, add the hing and fry for 5 seconds.
  3. Now throw in the cut brinjal pieces and the peanuts. Mix well until well coated in the oil. Reduce flame and cook partially covered until the brinjal is soft yet cooked and the peanuts are sufficiently roasted. This should take about 12-15 mins. Sprinkle water if necessary but don’t add too much.
  4. Now add the turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder and the tamarind and mix well until well combined. Cook for another 3-4 mins, add salt, and remove from fire. Serve hot with steamed rice and any curry of choice.