Vegan Nihari

Vegan Nihari is a rich and flavorful Indian stew traditionally enjoyed for breakfast, now reimagined for plant-based diets. This hearty dish is infused with aromatic spices and features tender vegetables, making it a perfect comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely sliced
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Mushrooms - 200 grams, sliced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Chickpeas - 1 can (400 grams), drained and rinsed
• Nihari spice mix - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander - for garnish
• Lemon - 1, for serving
• Green chili - 1, sliced (optional)

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the diced carrot, potato, and sliced mushrooms to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Incorporate the chopped tomato and cook until it softens, around 3-4 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in the Nihari spice mix and salt, mixing well to coat the vegetables evenly.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add the drained chickpeas and simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander and slices of green chili, alongside lemon wedges for an extra zing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables and chickpeas, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of plant-based ingredients.

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