Hurda Bhaji
Veg
Vegan
A seasonal dish made from tender jowar stalks, lightly roasted and served with a sprinkle of spices.
Best for
Snacks
Recipe
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 2 cups | fresh tender jowar (sorghum) kernels |
| 1 tablespoon | oil |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 pinch | asafoetida (hing) |
| 5-6 pieces | curry leaves |
| 2 pieces | green chilies, finely chopped |
| 1 medium | onion, finely chopped |
| 1/4 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| salt | to taste |
| 2 tablespoons | freshly grated coconut |
| 2 tablespoons | fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 2 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 3 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.
- 4 Add chopped green chilies and onion. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.
- 5 Add turmeric powder and mix well.
- 6 Add the fresh tender jowar kernels and stir well to combine.
- 7 Add salt to taste and mix thoroughly.
- 8 Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jowar kernels are cooked and tender.
- 9 Once cooked, turn off the heat and garnish with freshly grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves.
- 10 Serve hot as a snack or side dish.
Tips
For added flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.