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Bharta
Bharta (pronunciation: /bʱɑːrt̪a/) is a term used in various languages of the Indian subcontinent, including Hindi, Bengali, and Punjabi, to denote a dish made of mashed vegetables, primarily eggplant (also known as Brinjal), cooked with spices and herbs.
Etymology
The term 'Bharta' is derived from the Hindi word 'Bhurta' which means 'mashed'. It is a variant of the original Sanskrit word 'Bharta' which also means 'mashed'.
Related Terms
- Baingan Bharta: A dish made by mincing eggplant that is grilled over charcoal or direct fire. This infuses the dish with a smoky flavour. The smoked and mashed eggplant is then mixed with cooked chopped tomato, browned onion, ginger, garlic, cumin, fresh cilantro (coriander leaves), chili pepper, and mustard oil.
- Aloo Bharta: A dish made from mashed potatoes mixed with chopped onions, green chillies, and mustard oil. It is a popular dish in the Indian subcontinent, especially in the regions of Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha.
- Tomato Bharta: A dish made from roasted tomatoes which are then mashed and mixed with garlic, green chillies, and mustard oil. It is a popular dish in the Indian subcontinent, especially in the regions of Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha.
- Macher Bharta: A Bengali dish made from mashed fish, onions, and mustard oil. It is a popular dish in the Indian subcontinent, especially in the regions of Bengal.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bharta
- Wikipedia's article - Bharta
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