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Begun Bhaja
Recipe: A Bengali Durga Puja Favourite

25 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
7
Ingredients
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Begun Bhaja is a classic Bengali dish where brinjal slices are seasoned with spices and fried until golden and crisp. This simple yet festive dish is a staple during Durga Puja bhog and pairs beautifully with rice, dal, or luchi. Its crunch and mild spice make it both comforting and celebratory.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
4Medium Brinjals
1 teaspoonPoppy Seeds
1½ teaspoonsRed chilli powder
1 teaspoonLemon juice
4 tablespoonsPoppy Seeds (khuskhus/posto)
to tasteSalt
For shallow fryOil

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Slice Brinjals

Wash the brinjals well. Cut half of them into thick round slices and the rest into thick half-moon slices. Keep the thickness even so that all pieces cook at the same time. Place the slices in a bowl.

 

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Season with Spices

Sprinkle salt, turmeric, and red chilli powder on the brinjal slices. Add a little lemon juice for sharpness. Mix well so the spices coat every slice evenly. Leave aside for a few minutes to let the flavours adsorb.

 

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Prepare Poppy Seed Mix

Lightly grind poppy seeds into a coarse powder. Mix this with a pinch of salt and red chilli powder. This dry mixture adds a nutty crunch to the brinjal coating and enhances the texture when fried.

 

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Shallow Fry Brinjals

Heat oil in a non-stick pan. Add brinjal slices in small batches. Fry them on a medium flame, turning sides until both sides turn golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep them crisp. Drain on absorbent paper.

 

Description - Step 5

Step 5: Serve Hot

Arrange the fried bean bhaja on a plate. Sprinkle with the poppy seed mix for extra crunch. Serve immediately while hot and crisp, as they tend to soften if left standing.

 

Step 1
Step 1: Slice Brinjals
5 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Season with Spices
3 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Prepare Poppy Seed Mix
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Shallow Fry Brinjals
10 Minutes
Step 5
Step 5: Serve Hot
2 Minutes

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Arrange them in a slightly overlapping circular pattern on a terracotta or earthen plate so the fried edges are visible, giving a warm, festive appeal.

 

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Pairing Instructions

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Serve Begun Bhaja with a mound of steamed rice, a ladle of moong dal, and a wedge of lemon

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Garnishing Instructions

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Sprinkle a few roasted poppy seeds on top for a festive look.

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