Bore Bhaji
Veg
Vegan
Sour wild greens — bore (a wild leafy green with a naturally tart, acidic flavour) stir-fried in mustard oil with dried red chilli and garlic. The inherent sourness of the bore leaves means no tamarind is needed, making this one of Chhattisgarh's most distinctive vegetable preparations.
Cuisines
Chhattisgarhi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 30 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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200 grams | Ber Fruit , tender |
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1 tablespoon | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Amchur Powder |
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1 teaspoon | Sugar |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the bore thoroughly and pat them dry.
- 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 4 Add the bore to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- 5 Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt over the bore.
- 6 Stir well to coat the bore with the spices.
- 7 Cover the pan and let it cook on low heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8 Add amchur powder and sugar, mix well, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 9 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your taste preference for spiciness.