Xaak Bhaji
Veg
Vegan
Mustard greens or seasonal leafy vegetables (xaak) stir-fried in mustard oil with a simple tempering of dried chillies and garlic — a daily vegetable side on the Assamese plate.
Cuisines
Assamese
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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2 bunches | Leafy Green , fresh |
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1 medium | Potato , peeled and cubed |
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1 tablespoon | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Panch Phoran , Assamese five spice |
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2 cloves | Garlic , finely chopped |
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1 small | Onion , thinly sliced |
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— | Salt , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the leafy greens thoroughly and chop them coarsely.
- 2 Peel and dice the potato into small cubes.
- 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 4 Add panch phoron to the hot oil and let it splutter for a few seconds.
- 5 Add chopped garlic and sliced onion to the pan and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- 6 Add the diced potato and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- 7 Add the chopped greens and green chili to the pan.
- 8 Season with salt and mix well.
- 9 Cover and cook on low heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender and the potatoes are fully cooked.
- 10 Serve hot with steamed rice or as a side dish.
Tips
Use a variety of greens for a more complex flavor. Adjust the amount of green chili based on your heat preference.