This dish has a distinctive flavour thanks to the spices used in it. Baingan Bharta is a healthy food and can be served with a variety of other main dishes.
Raita is a yogurt-mint sauce that's a refreshing counterpart to salads. A variety of raw or cooked vegetables, fruits, nuts, and herbs can be added. Thinned with buttermilk, raitas can also be turned into refreshing cold soups.