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LIGHT AND FLAVORFUL INDIAN-STYLE EGGPLANT CURRY – AIDING WEIGHT LOSS

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LIGHT AND FLAVORFUL INDIAN-STYLE EGGPLANT CURRY – AIDING WEIGHT LOSS

LIGHT AND FLAVORFUL INDIAN-STYLE EGGPLANT CURRY – AIDING WEIGHT LOSS

After gaining 2 kilograms during vacation, I’m searching for easy recipes to help shed those extra pounds gradually without drastic diets or intense workouts. This simple yet delicious eggplant curry is perfect for reducing calorie intake while enjoying bold Indian flavors. Don’t be intimidated by the long ingredient list—most are common spices likely already in your kitchen.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min

🍳 Cook Time: 30 min
🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant (about 600 g), cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 5 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder (or flakes, or 1 hot chili pepper)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tomato, diced (peeled if desired)
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 150 g plain yogurt
  • 200 ml water or vegetable broth
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • A few sprigs fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash eggplant and cut into larger cubes (~2 cm). Salt lightly and drain on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Meanwhile, chop onion, dice tomato, and crush garlic.
  3. In a non-stick pan, dry-fry eggplant cubes without oil until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add oil, cumin seeds, chili powder, bay leaf, and crushed garlic. Fry quickly for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
  6. Stir in diced tomato, turmeric, ground ginger, and curry powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the tomato juice evaporates.
  7. Return the fried eggplant cubes to the pan. Add yogurt and water or vegetable broth, stirring well.
  8. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  9. Adjust salt if needed, turn off heat, and stir in chopped parsley or cilantro.
  10. Serve warm with lightly salted boiled rice mixed with 1 tsp sesame oil for extra aroma.

💡 Tips

  • Salting and draining eggplant reduces bitterness and moisture.
  • Dry-frying eggplant cubes first ensures they absorb less oil.
  • Yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories than cream.
  • Sesame oil in rice gives a subtle nutty flavor without extra calories.

🍽️ Perfect For

  • Light, healthy dinners
  • Gradual weight loss meals
  • Fans of Indian spices and vegetarian cuisine

📝 Final Thoughts

This Indian-style eggplant curry is an easy, satisfying dish that helps reduce calorie intake without sacrificing flavor. Ideal for those looking to lose weight gradually while enjoying wholesome, aromatic meals.