Low Fat Brinjal Curry

Indulge in a hearty and wholesome Low Fat Brinjal Curry, a healthier twist on a classic Indian favorite. This vibrant dish combines tender brinjal (eggplant) with aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander to create a perfectly spiced, flavorful curry that’s both light and satisfying. Using just a teaspoon of oil, this recipe retains all the deliciousness of traditional brinjal curry while keeping the fat content low, making it ideal for guilt-free indulgence. With ingredients like fresh curry leaves, ginger, garlic, and green chili, every bite is packed with bold, authentic flavors. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy-to-make dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or warm flatbreads for a comforting meal your whole family will love. Healthy, delicious, and simple, this low-fat brinjal curry is perfect for your next weeknight dinner adventure!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brinjal (Eggplant)
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 large Tomato
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 whole Green Chili
• 10 leaves Curry Leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Mustard Seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons Cumin Seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoons Coriander Powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Red Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Coriander Leaves
• 1 teaspoons Oil (preferably canola or olive)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the brinjal thoroughly and cut it into cubes. Soak them in salted water to prevent discoloration.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, and green chili.

Step 3

Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the mustard seeds and let them crackle. Add cumin seeds and curry leaves, sauté for a few seconds.

Step 5

Add chopped onion and sauté until they become translucent.

Step 6

Add the chopped ginger, garlic, and green chili. Sauté for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

Step 7

Add the chopped tomato and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften.

Step 8

Stir in the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.

Step 9

Drain the brinjal cubes from the water and add them to the pan. Stir to coat with the spice mixture.

Step 10

Add salt and water, mix well, cover the pan, and let it simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes until the brinjal is cooked through.

Step 11

Check occasionally and stir to prevent sticking to the bottom.

Step 12

Once the brinjal is tender, turn off the heat, sprinkle freshly chopped coriander leaves, and mix gently.

Step 13

Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1134.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	364.3

Total Fat 8.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4134.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 11.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 195.6mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2028.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.6%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 71.1%