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Haldi ki sabzi

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Fresh turmeric root cooked in ghee with curd, peas and spices, a winter dish of Marwar.

Region: Rajasthan (Jodhpur and Marwar)Occasion: WinterTime: 45 minServes: 4Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 250 g fresh turmeric root, peeled and grated (wear gloves)
  • ½ cup ghee
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup curd, whisked
  • ½ cup green peas
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste

Method

  1. Heat the ghee and fry the grated turmeric on low heat for 10–12 minutes until it darkens slightly.
  2. Add cumin, then the onions, and fry until golden.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and tomatoes and cook until soft.
  4. Lower the heat and add the curd and spices, stirring continuously.
  5. Add the peas and salt and cook until the ghee separates. Serve with bajre ki roti.

History

Fresh turmeric appears in markets in winter, and Marwar families cook it in plenty of ghee as a warming dish.

Significance

Turmeric is valued in Indian kitchens for health, and haldi ki sabzi is eaten during the coldest weeks.