Jaggery / Sarkarai or Sugar - 1 tblspn or to taste
Oil - 3 tblpsn
Instructions
Dry roast poppy seeds and fenugreek seeds in a pan till it turns golden, add them in blender along with chilli, coriander, turmeric and cumin powder. Add some water and make it into a smooth puree.
Heat oil in a kadai, Add in sliced brinjals and roast them till they turn golden. Drain and set aside
Now in the same oil, add in mustard and cumin. fry them for 10 sec. Add in ginger and saute them for couple of mins.
Now add in the ground masala and cook them for couple of mins. Add in tamarind pulp, some water, salt and jaggery. Mix well and bring it to boil.
Add in fried brinjal, cook it on low heat for 10 mins till the brinjal is cooked and curry is done.