Name: ~Gutti Vankaya Curry~: Andhra-Style Eggplant Curry For Ugadi Feast
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: South Indian
Ingredients: 8 small Brinjals / eggplants (For Soaking the Brinjals); 1 tsp Salt (for soaking); enough to soak Water; 3 tbsp Peanuts (For Masala Paste); 2 tsp Sesame seeds (til); 1 tbsp Coriander seeds; 1 tsp Cumin seeds (jeera); ¼ tsp Fenugreek seeds (methi); 1-inch piece Cinnamon stick; 2 Cardamom pods; 4 Cloves; 2 tbsp Dry coconut, sliced; 1-inch piece Ginger; 3 Garlic cloves; ¼ Onion, sliced; 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder; ¼ tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Salt; ¼ cup Water (for blending); 3 tbsp Oil (For Curry); 1 tsp Mustard seeds; 1 tsp Cumin seeds (jeera); 1 Green chilli, slit; a few Curry leaves; ½ Onion, sliced; ¼ tsp Turmeric powder; ½ tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder; ½ cup Tamarind extract; 2 tbsp Fresh coriander, finely chopped

Question 1

1. What is Gutti Vankaya curry?

Accepted Answer

Gutti Vankaya Curry is a traditional Andhra dish made with small brinjals (eggplants) stuffed with a spicy masala of peanuts, sesame seeds, and spices, then slow-cooked in a tangy gravy.

Question 2

2. Which type of brinjals are best for this recipe?

Accepted Answer

Small, tender, and round brinjals are ideal for this recipe as they are easy to stuff and they cook evenly, giving the best texture and flavour.

Question 3

3. Can I make this curry without peanuts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can substitute peanuts with roasted cashews, though peanuts give the curry its authentic taste and nutty richness.

Question 4

4. How spicy is Gutti Vankaya Curry?

Accepted Answer

The spice level can be adjusted according to your preference by reducing or increasing the amount of chilli powder and green chillies used in the recipe.