Brinjal ( BharwaBaingan)

Chhota Baingan (छोटा बैंगन) – Description

Common Name: Baby Brinjal / Small Eggplant
Hindi Name: छोटा बैंगन (Chhota Baingan)
Scientific Name: Solanum melongena

Plant Type: Vegetable (fruit of a plant)
Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade family)

🌱 Description:

Chhota Baingan refers to small, round or oval-shaped varieties of brinjal (eggplant). These baby brinjals have shiny purple or green skin and white, spongy flesh with tiny edible seeds inside.

They grow on small, bushy plants and are widely cultivated in India. These varieties are commonly used in stuffed (bharwa) dishes, curries, and roasted recipes due to their tender texture and rich flavor.

🍛 Culinary Uses:

• Popular in Bharwa Baingan (Stuffed Eggplant Curry)

• Used in Baingan Masala, Baingan Bharta, Sambar, and Pickles

• Can be grilled, fried, roasted, or cooked with potatoes

• Tender and flavorful, perfect for traditional Indian curries

💪 Health Benefits:

• Rich in fiber, helps in digestion

• Low in calories — good for weight management

• Contains vitamins B1, B6, and potassium

• Antioxidants help protect cells and control cholesterol

🌿 Nutritional Value (per 100g):

• Calories: 25 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 6 g

• Fiber: 3 g

• Potassium: 230 mg

• Vitamin C: 2 mg