Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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 300      gram          slender brinjal -- (eggplant)
                        ***FOR MASALA***
   4      tablespoons   Bengal gram dal
   1      teaspoon      fenugreek seeds
   1      tablespoon    coriander seeds
   1      teaspoon      black mustard seeds
   6                    red chiles
                        ***FOR CURRY***
   8      tablespoons   oil
                        salt -- to taste

Preparation:

1. Fry masala, cool and grind. 2. Slit brinjal into four sections lengthways without cutting off the crown. Fill masala inside. Tie with thin twine to keep masala intact. 3. Sprinkle salt and fry on low heat, turning the brinjals carefully. Remove from fire when cooked, and also remove the twine.