Andhra Style Vankay Vepudu

 All You Need

• Brinjals (sliced vertically)
• Onion
• Popu/tadka - chana dal, urad dal, avalu, jeera
• Peanuts
• Garlic (Optional)
• Curry leaves
• Powder - Methi seeds, Dhaniya seeds, jeera, Sesame seeds, tamarind, dry coconut powder, red chilli powder,salt

The Recipe

• Slice brinjals vertically and put it in water
• Heat oil and add tadka - chana dal, urad dal, avalu
• Add small onion pieces. Let it fry for a minute
• Add brinjals, karepaku, turmeric,salt. Close lid and let it cook. Keep mixing in between and let it cook well
• Meanwhile, roast peanuts and keep aside
• Roast Methi seeds, Dhaniya seeds, jeera. In the end add sesame seeds, tamarind, dry coconut and roast for a few mins more. Once it cools down, make a mixture adding some red chilli powder and salt
• After the above gets grinded, add peanuts and garlic (optional) and blend coarsely
• Add the above powder to the cooked brinjal