Vegan Bhaji

Vegan Bhaji is a flavorful Indian street food dish featuring spiced vegetables, perfect for a hearty lunch. Lightly fried and served with soft bread, it's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 150 grams, boiled and mashed
• Green peas - 100 grams, boiled
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add diced tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices.
5. Mix in the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt; cook for another minute.
6. Incorporate the boiled and mashed potatoes along with the boiled peas; mix well to combine all ingredients.
7. Sprinkle garam masala over the mixture and stir for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice.
9. Serve hot with bread or buns.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and spices, supporting overall health.

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