Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup mustard greens (raai), chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle.
2. Add chopped onions and green chilies. Saute until onions turn translucent.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for a minute.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
5. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Mix well.
6. Add chopped mustard greens and salt. Mix well.
7. Cover the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes on low flame.
8. Stir occasionally and cook until the mustard greens are cooked and tender.
9. Serve hot with roti or rice.
20-25 minutes
Temperature: Low flame
Serving size: 2-3 people
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mustard greens can be substituted with spinach or kale.
- Green chilies can be substituted with red chilies or chili flakes.
- Ginger-garlic paste can be substituted with freshly grated ginger and minced garlic.
Variations:
- Add boiled potatoes to the sabzi to make it more filling.
- Add paneer cubes to the sabzi to make it more flavorful.
- Add a pinch of sugar to balance the flavors.
Tips and tricks:
- Wash the mustard greens thoroughly before chopping.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the sabzi from sticking to the bottom.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover sabzi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the sabzi in a pan on low flame until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sabzi in a bowl with a garnish of fresh coriander leaves.
Garnishes:
- Fresh coriander leaves
Pairings:
- Serve the sabzi with roti or rice.
Suggested side dishes:
- Raita
- Papad
- Pickle
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sabzi is too dry, add a splash of water and mix well.
Food safety advice:
- Wash all the vegetables thoroughly before using them.
Food history:
- Raai ki sabzi is a popular dish in North Indian cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
- The dish has a spicy and tangy flavor with a hint of bitterness from the mustard greens.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sabzi hot with roti or rice.
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