Vegan Eggplant Recipes No Oil | Secret to Flavourful Indian Eggplant Curry | Nutritionist Deepa

Vegan Eggplant Recipes No Oil | Secret to Flavourful Indian Eggplant Curry | Nutritionist Deepa I am thrilled to share a healthy vegan/vegetarian whole food plant based mouthwatering recipe for weight loss "Eggplant curry no oil" , a traditional Indian curry that blends tamarind and coconut with simple spices. This dish is not only bursting with flavour but is also weight-loss friendly as it contains no oil and is packed with low-calorie eggplant and satisfying potatoes. 🧑🏽‍🍳 Ingredients: - 2 tbsp roasted chana dal (or substitute with chickpeas/split chickpeas) - 1 tsp tamarind (or lemon juice) - 1 tsp each of ginger and garlic - 2-3 dry chilies - 1 tbsp fresh coconut (or substitute with dry coconut, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, or poppy seeds) - 4 cups chopped eggplant - 1 tsp date powder - 1 tsp garam masala - 1 medium onion - 1 medium tomato - Homemade vegetable broth (watch my video on how to make this for less than a penny!) - Optional: 1 potato for added creaminess 🥘 Instructions: - Start by popping mustard seeds in a skillet and adding chopped onions and potato. - Add the large pieces of eggplant and sprinkle with vegetable broth. - Let the vegetables cook partially before moving them aside to add and cook the spices. - Blend garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder, and let them cook until fragrant. - Toss the vegetables in the spice mix, add date sugar, and pour in hot water. - Finally, add chopped tomatoes and let the curry simmer for 5-7 minutes. - Serve with a garnish of fresh coconut, fresh onion, and a side of lemon. This Eggplant Russa curry is a perfect example of how traditional dishes can be adapted to be healthier without compromising on taste. Whether you're managing your weight or simply seeking a flavorful dinner option, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. #healthyrecipes #eggplantcurry #oilfreecooking #indiancuisine #eggplantcurry #weightlossmeals #veganrecipes #plantbaseddiet #currylovers #easycooking #flavorfuldishes