Fresh coriander
leaves, chopped 2 tbsps + to garnish
Green chillies 2 to garnish
Methods
Heat oil in a deep
non-stick pan, add cinnamon, cloves, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, chopped green chillies and curry leaves and saute till fragrant.
Add brinjals and salt
and mix well. Add 2 tbsps water, turmeric powder and red chilli powder and mix well. Cover and cook till brinjals are half done.
Add rice and mix well.
Add 2 tbsps water and mix well. Cover and cook till water dries up.
Add asafoetida,
sesame seeds and coriander leaves and mix. Switch off heat, cover the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Transfer into a serving
bowl, garnish with coriander leaves and green chillies and serve hot.