Cooking Instructions

1. Step 1

   Heat oil in a pan and add the bay leaf.
2. Step 2

   When the bay leaf turns blackish brown, add crushed garlic and green chillies. Cook until aromatic.
3. Step 3

   Add finely chopped onion and cook until browned.
4. Step 4

   Add tomato paste and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
5. Step 5

   Stir in the spices: chaat masala, garlic chutney, chilli powder, dhania powder, salt, haldi, and garam masala.
6. Step 6

   Add the brinjal and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
7. Step 7

   Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the brinjal is tender.