Vegan Vegetable Kadai

Vegan Vegetable Kadai is a vibrant and flavorful Indian dish made with a medley of fresh vegetables, simmered in a spicy and aromatic tomato-based gravy. Perfectly paired with rice or flatbreads, this dish offers a delightful balance of taste and nutrition.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 medium onion - finely chopped (150g)
• 2 cloves garlic - minced
• 1 inch ginger - grated
• 1 green chili - slit
• 1 medium bell pepper - diced (150g)
• 1 medium carrot - sliced (100g)
• 1 cup cauliflower florets (100g)
• 1 cup green beans - chopped (100g)
• 2 medium tomatoes - pureed (300g)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish
• 1 cup water (240ml)

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a kadai or deep pan over medium heat.
2. Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent (about 5 minutes).
4. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the diced bell pepper, sliced carrot, cauliflower florets, and chopped green beans. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables start to soften.
6. Pour in the pureed tomatoes and stir well. Cook for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
7. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well, and cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Pour in the water, stir, and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through.
9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.24 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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