Vangibath

Vangi Bath (Kannada: ವಾಂಗಿ ಬಾತ್) is a vegetarian South Indian dish[1] that originated in Karnataka, Mysuru region,[2] though it is found throughout India. Vangi means brinjal (eggplant) and bhath means rice.[1] Mostly viewed as a dry dish, it is accompanied by Mosaru Bajji or Raita. The flavor is that of coconut and coriander blended well with some mild spices.[3] Traditionally, the dish is prepared using younger, green brinjal,[4] though any variety of brinjal can be used in the creation of the dish, though the final result may differ between the varieties,[5] and some opt out of using brinjal at all.[5]

Vangi bath dish in a metal bowl
Vangi Bath

Types of eggplants

Any of the Brinjal variety would work fine with this dish but the taste will differ. Usually, Fairytale or Barbarella are used. Fairy Tale is a thinner variety of eggplant with strips and has a buttery texture and taste, so it cooks very fast. It has very less seeds so it works very well in this dish.[6]

Substitutions of eggplants

It is possible to prepare this dish in the same way with just Capsicum. It also works well with Potato or Ivy Gourd.[5]

Tradition and culture

Vangi Bhath is a dish also prepared especially during festivals or family get-togethers, feasts, etc. Normally a good quantity of vangi bhath masala is made in advance and stored at least for about 2 weeks and used again or use it with other vegetables.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients: Eggplant, Rice

Recipe[7]

8-10 baby eggplants, cut into 4 with stems intact

1.5 cups rice – cooked

2 teaspoons + 2 tablespoons oil

chopped fresh coriander for garnishing

6-7 dried red chillies

1 tablespoon split Bengal gram (chana dal, soaked and drained)

Scraped coconut for garnishing

8-10 curry leaves

2-3 green chillies, split

2 teaspoons tamarind pulp

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder

8-10 black peppercorns

2-3 cloves

1 teaspoon fennel seeds

2 teaspoons poppy seeds

2-3 green cardamoms

pinch of asafoetida

salt

Side notes

The Dish was used in August 2017 by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to counter those who are opposed to pro-poor policies.

He said: “For the past three years, it’s only Mr. Modi’s Mann ki Baat that’s going on. But we are only concerned about vangibath for the poor.”[8]

References
  1. "Vangi Bath Recipe: How to Make this South Indian Brinjal Rice". NDTV Food. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  2. Sanwari, Ahad (4 March 2022). "Vangi Bath: An Aromatic, Flavourful Delight". Seema. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  3. "VANGI BHATH". WELCOME TO VAHREHVAH. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  4. Sisodiya, Alekya. "Vangi Bhath Recipe, How to make Vangi Bhath – Vaya.in". Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  5. ramyaanagu (6 September 2020). "Vangi Bath | Brinjal Rice". A Moms Cookbook. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  6. "Fairy Tale Eggplant Info: Learn How To Grow Fairy Tale Eggplants". Gardening Know How. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  7. Vangi Bhaat (Brinjal Rice), retrieved 12 October 2022
  8. "Congress counters 'Mann ki Baat' with 'vangibath'". The Hindu. 17 August 2017. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
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