Karnataka style Vangi Bath

A literal translation could be thought of, as fried brinjal rice. Typically found in Karnataka, spicier variety is often found in neighboring states Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. It is equally famous in Maharashtra.

Karnataka style vangi bath

Vangi Bath, a hidden recipe made with aubergine is very popular in the states of Karnataka and Maharashtra.  A literal translation could be thought of, as fried brinjal rice. Typically found in Karnataka, spicier variety is often found in neighboring states Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. 

Vangi Bath is a spiced brinjal rice recipe made from Karnataka’s own special masala powder called Vangi Bath powder. This recipe version we are showing here is from Karnataka. This rice dish is amazingly delicious. The sweetness of coconut along with the flavors of the spices makes it absolutely tempting.

Ingredients Needed for Karnataka style Vangi Bath

For vangi bath powder

• Chana dal/split Bengal gram: Chana dal or split Bengal gram adds a nice texture and flavor to the masala.
• Urad dal/split black gram: Whole or split washed urad dal
• Bay leaves: Adds a nice flavor
• Peppercorn: To add that spiciness and aroma to the masala powder.
• Cloves: A few cloves
• Dried red chilies: Whole dried red chilies for spiciness.
• Desiccated coconut: Fresh grated or dry desiccated coconut
• Coriander powder: Ground coriander
• Red chili powder: Add it as per your taste.

For Vangi Bath

• Cooked rice: Basmati or sona masoori rice boiled or cooked until soft. I personally prefer using basmati rice for this recipe.
• Brinjal: One big aubergine cooked into small cubes or small baby brinjal slits.
• Onions: Thinly sliced onions to add some texture and aroma to the vangi bath.
• Green Chilli: Fresh green chili chopped or slits.
• Spices: Curry leaves, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, salt, and green cardamom along with salt.

How to make Karnataka style Vangi Bath

Step 1. Make vangi bath masala– Dry roast the first six ingredients in a pan. Cool and add the next three ingredients. Grind together to make a fine powder. Cool and store in an airtight container. It will make around 100 gm of vangi bath powder.

Step 2. Make vangi bath– Heat oil in a wok. Add mustard seeds and green cardamom, sauté till crackling. Add curry leaves, onions, and green chilies. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

Now add brinjal pieces, salt, turmeric powder, and 3 tablespoons of vangi bath powder. Mix well, add 1/4 cup water and cook for 15 minutes or until brinjal pieces are tender.

Add cooked rice and give it a nice stir, cook for 5 minutes or till all spices mixed with rice. Add coriander leaves. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the vangi bath as it is or with any of your favorite south Indian chutney, sambhar or podi. Personally, I prefer eating piping hot vangi bath with a drizzle of ghee.

Pros/ Frequently Asked Questions

How long can we store vangi bath powder?

I personally prefer making fresh vangi bath powder. However, you can make it in large amount and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for a good solid month. It will depend on the kind of coconut you have used in the recipe. If you are using fresh coconut, it might not stay fresh for that long but if you have used dry desiccated coconut then the shelf life will be longer.

Waht is the difference between Maharatsrian style and Karnataka style Vangi Bath?

It is more or less similar spices are used in both of the vangi bath. In maharastrina style goda masala, sesame seeds and onions are used to make the vangi bath masala.

Can we make the vangi bath ahead and store it?

Yes, you can make it ahead and store it in the refrigerator. It will stay good for two days. reheat again before consuming the vangi bath again.

Like Vangi Bath, try these recipes…

• Maharastrian style Vangi Bhaat
• Karnataka Bisi bele bhaat
• Mini Karnataka Thali
• Pumpkin Curry with Brinjal Roti
• Baingan Bhaji /Baingan Pakora

Looking for more such recipes to get some ideas for your lunch or dinner? Do not miss my Aloo Matar and Bharva Bhindi and the best one’s Aloo Baingan.

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Karnataka style Vangi Bath

Sapana Behl

Vangi Bath is a spiced brinjal rice recipe made from Karnataka's own special masala powder called Vangi Bath powder.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine Indian, South Indian

Servings 4 People

Equipment

• Saucepan

Ingredients

  

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For vangi bath powder

• 2 tablespoon chana dal/split bengal gram
• 2 tablespoon cup urad dal/split black gram
• 2-3 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoon peppercorn
• 2 teaspoon cloves
• 4-5 dried red chilies
• 2 tablespoon coconut desiccated
• 2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 2 teaspoon red chilli powder

For Vangi Bath

• 5 cups pre-cooked rice
• 1 big brinjal cut into small pieces
• 2 onions thinly sliced
• 2 green chilies chopped
• 4-5 curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 2 green cardamom
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 3 tablespoon vangi bath powder
• 4 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

 

For vangi bath powder

• Dry roast the first six ingredients in a pan. Cool and add the next three ingredients. Grind together to make a fine powder. Cool and store in an airtight container. It will make around 100 gm of vangi bath powder.
• For vangi bath
• Heat oil in a wok. Add mustard seeds and green cardamom, sauté till crackling.
• Add curry leaves, onions, and green chilies. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Now add brinjal pieces, salt, turmeric powder, and 3 tablespoons of vangi bath powder.
• Mix well, add 1/4 cup water and cook for 15 minutes or untill brinjal pieces are tender.
• Add cooked rice and give it a nice stir, cook for 5 minutes or till all spices mixed with rice.
• Remove from heat and serve hot.

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Notes

How long can we store vangi bath powder?

I personally prefer making fresh vangi bath powder. However, you can make it in large amount and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for a good solid month. It will depend on the kind of coconut you have used in the recipe. If you are using fresh coconut, it might not stay fresh for that long but if you have used dry desiccated coconut then the shelf life will be longer.

What is the difference between Maharatsrian style and Karnataka style Vangi Bath?

It is more or less similar spices are used in both of the vangi bath. In Maharashtrian style, Goda masala, sesame seeds, and onions are used to make the vangi bath masala.

Can we make the vangi bath ahead and store it?

Yes, you can make it ahead and store it in the refrigerator. It will stay good for two days. reheat again before consuming the vangi bath again.

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Sapana Behl