Karnataka Kharra

Karnataka Kharra is a flavorful and wholesome brunch dish featuring roasted vegetables and spices, perfect for a hearty start to your day. This unique dish is not only delicious but also offers a delightful blend of textures and aromas that capture the essence of South Indian cuisine.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 200 grams, diced
• Carrots - 100 grams, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, chopped
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Coriander leaves - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chili. Cook for a minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and green beans to the pan. Mix well and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly to coat the vegetables with spices.
6. Add the chopped tomato and cover the pan. Cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
7. Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice or chapati.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 48 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from the vegetables, aiding digestion.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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