Vegetable Jalfrezi

Vegetable Jalfrezi is a vibrant and spicy stir-fried dish packed with colorful vegetables, making it a delightful vegan option for lunch. This dish is known for its bold flavors and is perfect served with rice or flatbread.

Ingredients

• Bell pepper - 1 cup, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green beans - 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green chili - 1, slit (adjust to taste)
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Cooking oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens.
5. Incorporate the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt, stirring well to combine.
6. Add the bell pepper, carrot, green beans, and zucchini to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
7. Sprinkle the garam masala over the vegetables and mix well, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 9 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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