Methi Bhature & Baingan Bharta
Last evening we had hosted a dinner party, but this time, I decided to steer away from the usual Gujarati fare and went with a "Punjabi-Mughlai" theme. On the menu were these delectable Methi bhature, Chhole, Baingan Bharta, Vegetable Biryani, Bhajiyas,and for dessert -Sevai made in Milk.
These Methi Bhatures have become a favorite with my family and I do make it when I have access to Methi..which is quite rare. I have also used the dry Kasturi methi on occasion for a slightly tangier taste.
You will need:
- 2-3 packets of Instant Pizza dough Mix ( the easiest way to make these)
- 1 cup Sour yogurt
- 1 cup: fresh or frozen Methi( Fenugreek) ( defrost thoroughly if using frozen kind)
- 1 tsp: Salt
- Water: As needed
When ready to make the bhaturas, roll into small circles and deep fry. If you'd rather not deep fry, pan fry these like a paratha, using very little oil, they still taste great. Serve hot with any curries.....

The other item on my list was Baingan Bhartha made with a little bit of yogurt instead of cream, and I used a little bit of my favorite herb- Rosemary for a unique flavor.You will need:
- 2-3 Large Eggplants- Cooked and Mashed in the pressure cooker
- 1 large bunch of: Spring Onions
- 1 small sprig of Rosemary- snipped in little pieces ( See Sidebar for more Info.)
- 1 small red onion- chopped finely
- 2 small tomatoes - chopped finely
- 1 heaping tbsp of Paprika- for the color
- 1/2 cup of Mild yogurt
- 1 tbsp: your favorite Garam Masala
- For the tempering: 1 tsp: Oil, Cumin Seeds
- 1 tbsp: Cilantro-Ginger-Chili Paste (use more if you like it hot)
- Salt, a pinch of sugar- to your taste

This Baingan Bhartha is also going to Sangeeta - this month's gracious host for JFI- Eggplant.
Image Courtesy: Sangeeta of "Ghar ka Khana".
Labels: breads, Vegetable Curries








bee said...
trupti, i don't like eggplant cooked the indian way, but this version i'm willing to try. maybe you'll convert me.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Asha said...
Trupti,this is what you been doing yesterday!! Methi Bhature looks great.more like spicy Pizza!Great idea.Bhaingan of course is my fav veggies,I will surely try your's.I have to get some Eggplants first.Thanks for these darling.
Now relax and enjoy the leftovers if any left!;D
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Sia said...
do u still have any of these things left???? i would gladly self-invite to ur home;)
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Laavanya said...
That's a neat idea for Bhaturas and it's good that we can pan-fry them as well.
Love the Baingan Bartha - have never tried it with yogurt though.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Coffee said...
Thats a great combo...... I eat only baingan bharta when it comes to eggplant ...... anything else with eggplant is a no no. :)
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Sharmi said...
ohhhh that looks so good. methi bhature is very nice and new to me. the look of the bharta is yummy.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Richa said...
trupti, savarna por ma su kare che yaar, atla saras methi bhatura, hu aaoo chu jamva :) looks too good :) bhartha is so temting, never added dahi to it. taney ek tip dau chu, peel the eggplant after pressure cooking, fine peel comes out in a snap :)
beautiful recipes, loved them :)
Thursday, June 21, 2007
priar's, said...
OMG!!!
Trupti,baigan bharta looks so yummy,feel like tasting it from the snap:))
Thursday, June 21, 2007
SHANTI BHANU said...
hi ur bhature looks grt....pics r too good
Thursday, June 21, 2007
TheCooker said...
The bhaturas!! moda ma paani....
Thursday, June 21, 2007
smdatta said...
I like your bhatura version with the pizza dough, quick and easy right, and when you have lot of guests over thats the way to go
Thursday, June 21, 2007
USHA said...
Hi Trupti,
Methi Bhature&Baingan Bharta looks delicious....Bharta too tempting...hmmmm..yummy.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
KitchenAromas said...
Methi bhature?! Even the name sounds delicious! Thanks for the great idea!
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Vini K said...
Trupti,methi bhature look so good.Got some fresh methi yesterday so in time for trying this one!:)
Thursday, June 21, 2007
musical said...
Love those bhaturas! they would taste so good with chai! no need for anything else yaar! sned some over.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Manasi said...
methi bhature!! Wah!! will taste yum with choley!!!
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Ramya's Mane Adige said...
Trupti, Methi bature look really good!!! I had once made methi puris and they turned out really good.... I can imagine how good this one would have been!!! Thanx
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Suganya said...
I am bowled. Bhatura with pizza dough.. Wow, thats easy entertaining.. And bharta with rosemary.. Gotta try that.. I like experimenting with herbs too..
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Tee said...
Your Baingan Bharta looks so yummy! Just yesterday I made bharta, so next time I get an eggplant, I am going to try out your recipe. And making bhature wit methi with pizza dough...such a neat idea!!! loved it!
Thursday, June 21, 2007
bhags said...
the pictures make me feel hungry...innovative idea of making bhature
Thursday, June 21, 2007
indosungod said...
Love the color of the Baingan Bharta. Need no extra enticements, love eggplants.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Dr. Soumya Bhat said...
Hey trupthi,
These methi batura and curry looks so mouthwatering.hmm too good.Love the pics of curry a lot.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Roopa said...
methi bature looks delicious with baingan my favorite looks very rich in color. will try your version. mouth watering....
Thursday, June 21, 2007
mithoo said...
Cooking newbie here. What does it mean when you say "cook eggplant in the pressure cooker?" Can you please detail the steps?
No water? Just large eggplant pieces and cook? How long?
Thanks.
Friday, June 22, 2007
archana said...
Trupti your dinner menu was very nice. This combo is too good. I am already feeling hungry though it is just 10 am :)
Friday, June 22, 2007
Jyothsna said...
Methi bhature? Never tried that! You have a lovely spread there. I make bharta roasting the baingan ( well thats punjabi style like my MIL says) and we don't use any yoghurt or cream in it either. On second thoughts some cream in it may make me like bharta!!:)
Friday, June 22, 2007
Raaga said...
Trupti... this is the only way I'll eat bharta... the pressure cooked way :-) Am trying this... we bought a big baingan just a day ago... and you put this. Telepathy working overtime or what???
Friday, June 22, 2007
Linda said...
Trupti, you're busy in the kitchen again! Methi bhatures must smell so good coming from the oven. The eggplant sounds almost like a warm raita -- looks fantastic! BTW the photos at Jugalbandi were fantastic, too :)
Friday, June 22, 2007
Cynthia said...
How could you not invite me over? I know we had the English breakfast tea just the other day but I would visit again :)
Friday, June 22, 2007
trupti said...
Mithoo:
Peel eggplant, rinse, cut into pieces and add just enough water to create steam and pressure cook until the regulator 'hisses' 3 times....that should do it. Drain the water and Mash the eggplant when cooled and use in the recipe.
Hope this helps.
trupti
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Kajal said...
Your Methi Bhature looks crispy....creative idea…....and great taste with baigan bharta.
Saturday, June 23, 2007
mithoo said...
Thanks Trupti. :) Much appreciated.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Seema said...
Wow Trupti,
How could I miss such a beautiful post with mouthwatering dishes. Loved both of them. Methi bhatura sounds mouthwatering and the baingan bharta is my all time fav. I loved the way you presented baingan bharta. Lovely color and crystal clear image.
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