Chhattisgarhi Lal Bhaji
Veg
Vegan
Red amaranth greens (lal bhaji/cholai) stir-fried in mustard oil with garlic and dried red chilli — the deep crimson leaves turn the oil vivid pink as they cook. Eaten with rice and dal as a daily green, highly nutritious and distinctly Chhattisgarhi.
Cuisines
Chhattisgarhi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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2 cups | Red Amaranth Leaf |
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1 tablespoon | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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0.5 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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0.5 teaspoon | Salt , to taste |
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0.5 cup | Water |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the lal bhaji thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
- 2 Chop the lal bhaji leaves and set aside.
- 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 4 Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.
- 5 Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent.
- 6 Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 7 Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt, and mix well.
- 8 Add the chopped lal bhaji leaves to the pan and stir to combine with the spices.
- 9 Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it cook on low heat for about 10-15 minutes until the leaves are tender.
- 10 Stir occasionally and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 11 Once cooked, remove from heat and serve hot.
Tips
For an added flavor, you can garnish with fresh grated coconut before serving.