Kosu Xaak Bhaji
Veg
Vegan
A simple stir-fry of colocasia leaves, flavored with mustard seeds and garlic, offering a nutritious and delicious side dish.
Cuisines
Assamese
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 2 bunches | kosu xaak (taro leaves) |
| 1 tablespoon | mustard oil |
| 1 teaspoon | panch phoron (Assamese five-spice mix) |
| 1 medium | onion, finely chopped |
| 2 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 1 inch | ginger, grated |
| — | salt to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the kosu xaak thoroughly to remove any dirt and chop them finely.
- 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until it starts to smoke slightly.
- 3 Add panch phoron to the hot oil and let it splutter for a few seconds.
- 4 Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the pan and sauté until the onions turn translucent.
- 5 Add the slit green chilies and sauté for another minute.
- 6 Add the chopped kosu xaak to the pan and stir well to combine with the spices.
- 7 Season with salt to taste and cover the pan with a lid.
- 8 Cook on low heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leaves are tender and cooked through.
- 9 Remove the lid and increase the heat to evaporate any excess moisture, stirring continuously.
- 10 Once the bhaji is dry and well-cooked, remove from heat and serve hot.
Tips
Ensure the taro leaves are cooked thoroughly to avoid any itchiness.