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Lauki Bharta Like Never Before! Add These 2 Ingredients for a Game-Changing Taste

Samira Vishwas | August 14, 2025 10:24 AM CST

You’ve had lauki sabzi—but Lauki Bharta? This smoky, nutty version will surprise even the biggest skeptics of bottle gourd. The secret? Two unexpected ingredients that elevate the flavor to a whole new level: roasted brinjal and crushed roasted peanuts.

Ingredients:

Bottle gourd (lauki) – 500g (peeled and grated)
Brinjal – 1 medium (roasted and mashed)
Roasted peanuts – ¼ cup (coarsely crushed)
Onion – 2 (finely chopped)
Tomato – 2 (finely chopped)
Green chili – 2 (chopped)
Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
Turmeric – ½ tsp
Red chili powder – 1 tsp
Coriander powder – 1 tsp
Garam masala – ½ tsp
Salt – to taste
Oil – 2 tbsp
Fresh coriander – for garnish

Method:

1. Cook the Lauki

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Add grated lauki and cook until all moisture evaporates and it turns soft.

2. Prepare the Masala

In another pan, heat remaining oil. Sauté onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook till aromatic. Add tomatoes, green chili, turmeric, red chili, and coriander powder. Cook until oil separates.

3. Add the Smoky Twist

Mix in mashed roasted brinjal. Stir well to blend flavors.

4. Combine Lauki and Masala

Add cooked lauki to the masala. Mix thoroughly and cook on low flame for 4–5 minutes.

5. Finish with Crunch

Add crushed roasted peanuts. Stir gently. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve hot with roti, paratha, or bajra roti. The smoky brinjal and nutty peanut combo gives this bharta a rich, earthy flavor that’s hard to forget.