Andhra-Style Mashed Brinjal

Steps

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1. 1
   Cut small brinjals into four quarters each.
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2. 2
   Heat oil and sauté onion, ginger, and garlic until softened to prepare the tempering base.
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3. 3
   Soak the cut brinjals in water to prevent discoloration, then add to the cooked tempering along with salt and green chillies.
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4. 4
   Mix everything thoroughly, cover, and cook on high heat until the brinjals soften and begin to turn slightly red.
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5. 5
   Add the red chilli powder to the cooked brinjals.
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6. 6
   Add a little water, cover with a lid, and continue cooking.
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7. 7
   Prepare the tempering separately by cooking cumin seeds and red chillies until fragrant.
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8. 8
   Once the brinjals are completely tender, add tamarind paste for tanginess.
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9. 9
   Mash the brinjals using a masher or fork until reaching a mashed consistency.
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10. 10
    Pour the prepared cumin and chilli tempering into the mashed brinjals, cover to trap the flavours inside.
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