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Authentic Maharashtrian Bharli Vangi stuffed brinjal curry served in a traditional bowl
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Gudi Padwa 2026: How To Make Authentic Maharashtrian
Bharli Vangi

50 mins
Cooking Time
Medium
Difficulty
18
Ingredients
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Bharli Vangi recipe is one of the most beloved dishes from Maharashtrian cuisine and is especially popular during festive occasions like Gudi Padwa, which marks the Maharashtrian New Year. The dish features tender baby eggplants stuffed with a flavourful mixture of roasted peanuts, coconut, sesame seeds, and aromatic spices, then gently cooked in a tangy and slightly sweet gravy. If you want to know how to make Bharli Vangi, read this entire guide. Bharli Vangi is served with bhakri, chapati, or steamed rice and is a part of the festive thalis prepared during Gudi Padwa celebrations. The dish not only highlights regional ingredients but also represents the comforting and homely flavours of Maharashtrian cuisine. Bharli Vangi recipe is a perfect addition to your Gudi Padwa festive menu, bringing authentic regional flavours to the table.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
8-10Small brinjals (eggplants)
3 tbsp Roasted peanuts
3 tbspGrated dry coconut
1 tbspSesame seeds
1 mediumOnion (finely chopped)
1 tbspGinger-garlic paste
1 tbspTamarind pulp
1 tspJaggery (grated)
1 tspRed chilli powder
½ tspTurmeric powder
1 tspCoriander powder
½ tspGaram masala
½ tspMustard seeds
6-8Curry leaves
3 tbspOil
to tasteSalt
2 tbspFresh coriander leaves (chopped)
as requiredWater

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Prepare The Brinjals

Wash the brinjals and make two cross slits from the base, keeping the stems intact. Ensure the brinjals remain whole so they can hold the stuffing.

Step 1
Prepare The Brinjals
5 Minutes
Step 2
Prepare The Stuffing Masala
5-7 Minutes
Step 3
Stuff The Brinjals
5 Minutes
Step 4
Cook The Bharli Vangi
15-18 Minutes