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.
Description - Step 2
Prepare The Stuffing Masala
Grind roasted peanuts, dry coconut, and sesame seeds into a coarse powder. Transfer to a bowl and mix with red chilli powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, tamarind pulp, jaggery, and salt. Mix well to form a thick stuffing mixture.
Description - Step 3
Stuff The Brinjals
Gently fill the prepared masala into the slits of each brinjal. Press lightly so the stuffing stays inside. Keep any leftover masala aside for the gravy.
Description - Step 4
Cook The Bharli Vangi
Heat oil in a deep pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add curry leaves and chopped onion. Saute until the onions turn golden. Place the stuffed brinjals carefully in the pan and add the remaining masala mixture. Pour about 1 cup of water and mix gently.
Description - Step 5
Simmer Until Tender
Cover and cook on low heat until the brinjals become soft and the gravy thickens. Stir gently occasionally so the brinjals remain intact.
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