Baigan Ka Bharta

Ingredients

• 4 tsp. vegetable oil
• 2 eggplants, halved lengthwise
• 1/4 tsp. mustard seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp. turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp. chili powder (optional)
• 1/2 tsp. dried mango powder (amchoor)
• 1/2 tsp. garam masala
• Salt, to taste
• A few drops of lemon juice, to taste (optional)
• Some fresh coriander, chopped