Shallots- 1, Garlic- 1 clove
Green Chilli- 1
Mustard oil -1/2 teaspoon
salt- to taste
Wash and dry the Baigan.Make a few slits on the Baigan with a knife. Roast on Gas flame. If you have an electric stove (hotplate or ceramic cookstove), then wrap the Baigan in an alumunium foil and put directly on the stove. Cook on all sides till baigan is soft. Let it cool. Peel the charred skin off. Mash baigan, add chopped onions, garlic, green chilli, salt and mustard oil and mix well. Serve with Pakhala.