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Shobha Swamy

Spicy Eggplant & Potatoes Curry

No oil, one pot method of making a side of veggies in the Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 C water
  • 1/2 large red onion cut into thin long strips
  • 2 Potatoes cubed
  • 1 big Italian eggplant cubed
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder or red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp amchur optional (powdered raw mango) available at an Indian grocery store near you
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

  1. Layer the first 4 ingredients in the order mentioned above in an Instant Pot.
  2. Set to High Pressure, Steam & more for 0 min, QPR (Quick Pressure Release).
  3. Transfer to a serving dish immediately to halt further cooking.
  4. Sprinkle all the spices over the cooked vegetables. Stir gently to coat spices evenly. Eggplant pieces should retain their shape but ensure that they are cooked.

Notes

Enjoy with rotis, with rice and dal or by itself!