Vangi Bath

 Vangi Bath is a popular South Indian rice dish that is made with brinjals (eggplants) and a special spice blend. It is flavorful, aromatic, and has a unique tangy taste. Here's a recipe for Vangi Bath:

How to prepare vangi bath

Ingredients:

• > 1 cup basmati rice
• > 1 medium-sized brinjal (eggplant), cubed
• > 1 onion, finely chopped
• > 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• > 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• > 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• > 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• > 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• > A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• > Few curry leaves
• > 2 tablespoons oil
• > Salt to taste
• > Coriander leaves for garnishing

For the Spice Blend:

• > 2 tablespoons grated coconut
• > 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts
• > 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• > 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• > 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• > 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
• > 2-3 dried red chilies
• > 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

Instructions:

1. 1. Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and cook it in 2 cups of water until it's fluffy. Once cooked, spread it on a plate and let it cool.
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3. 2. Dry roast the grated coconut, roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and dried red chilies until they turn slightly golden and aromatic. Allow them to cool.
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5. 3. Grind the roasted ingredients along with turmeric powder into a coarse powder. Set aside.
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7. 4. Heat oil in a pan or a kadai over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
8. Then add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Stir for a few seconds.
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10. 5. Add the chopped onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
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12. 6. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
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14. 7. Add the cubed brinjal pieces and cook until they become tender and cooked through.
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16. 8. Now, add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become mushy.
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18. 9. Add salt and the ground spice blend. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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20. 10. Finally, add the cooked rice to the pan and gently mix everything together, ensuring that the rice is coated with the spices evenly. Be careful not to break the rice grains.
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22. 11. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
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24. 12. Vangi Bath is ready to be served hot. It can be enjoyed on its own or with raita (yogurt sauce) or papadum.
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That's it! You can now savor the delicious Vangi Bath. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. Enjoy!