Bhogi Chi Bhaji

Bhogi Chi Bhaji

Bhogi Chi Bhaji

Veg Vegan

A mixed vegetable curry prepared during the Bhogi festival, using seasonal vegetables, showcasing the variety and richness of the harvest.

Cuisines

Vidarbha

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Total: 50 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 cup chopped spinach
1 cup chopped fenugreek leaves
1 cup chopped amaranth leaves
1 cup chopped dill leaves
1 cup chopped coriander leaves
1 cup chopped spring onions
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped green peas
1 cup chopped brinjal
1 cup chopped potatoes
1 cup chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 pinch asafoetida
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoons red chili powder
1 tablespoon godamasala
salt to taste
1 tablespoon jaggery
1 cup water

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat peanut oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, and sauté for a few seconds.
  4. 4 Add chopped carrots, potatoes, and brinjal, and sauté for 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
  6. 6 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and godamasala, and mix well.
  7. 7 Add all the chopped greens: spinach, fenugreek, amaranth, dill, coriander, and spring onions.
  8. 8 Add green peas and mix everything thoroughly.
  9. 9 Add salt to taste and jaggery, and mix well.
  10. 10 Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  11. 11 Stir occasionally and check for seasoning.
  12. 12 Serve hot with bhakri or chapati.

Tips

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of roasted peanut powder towards the end of cooking.