Smoky, Spicy & Soulful: Bhartas India Can’t Stop Loving

Baingan Bharta

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Aloo Bharta (Batata Bharta)

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Tomato Bharta

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Lauki Bharta (Bottle Gourd Bharta)

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Karela Bharta (Bitter Gourd Bharta)

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Bhindi Bharta

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Mooli Bharta (Radish Bharta)

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