Brinjal Ennegai
Badanekai Ennegai
North Karnataka’s famous stuffed brinjal curry, rich with groundnut, coconut and sesame. Best with jowar roti or ragi mudde.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total
- 40 min
- Level
- Medium
Method
Farm tip: Use small, round purple brinjals; they hold their shape and soak up the masala.
Drink pairing
Solkadhi from Kokum - 200 ml
Kokum solkadhi cools a rich, spicy gravy.
Questions
What does ennegai mean?
“Enne” means oil and “gai” comes from “kaayi” (vegetable): brinjal cooked in oil.
Can I make it less spicy?
Yes. Halve the chilli powder and add an extra spoon of groundnuts.
