Gogji Nadir

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Ingredients

250 grams	lotus stem (nadir)
2 cups	turnips (gogji)
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	fennel seeds
1 teaspoon	ginger powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 cup	water
—	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	chopped fresh coriander for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 Peel and slice the lotus stem into thin rounds.
2. 2 Peel and cut the turnips into bite-sized pieces.
3. 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it reaches smoking point, then reduce the heat.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds and fennel seeds to the oil and let them splutter.
5. 5 Add the sliced lotus stem and turnips to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
6. 6 Sprinkle ginger powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt over the vegetables.
7. 7 Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
8. 8 Uncover and cook for another 5 minutes to allow the excess water to evaporate.
9. 9 Garnish with chopped fresh coriander before serving.