Brinjal Podi curry / கத்திரிக்காய் பொடி கறி

Ingredients

Brinjals                           : 6
Corinder seeds                : 11/2 tsp
Bengal gram dal              : 3 tbsps
Red chillies                      : 4 nos
Grated coconut                 : 2tbsps
Turmeric powder
Mustard seeds
Curry leaves
Oil
Salt
Asafoetida

Method

Dry roast , coconut , coriander seeds, red chillies , bengal gram dal till golden brown on low flame.
Let it cool , rough grind it and keep aside.
Cut the brinjal lengthwise , put  in water to avoid change of colour.
In a kadai add 2 tbsp oil , temper with mustard seeds, curry leaves and  asafoetida.
Add chopped brinjal , salt, turmeric powder and cook in low flame.
Once 3/4th done, add spice powder and mix well.
Cook until the brinjals cooked well .
Remove from flame.
Serve hot.