Meghalayan Mixed Vegetables
Veg
Vegan
A medley of seasonal vegetables cooked with local spices, offering a healthy and flavorful side dish.
Cuisines
Meghalayan
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Cabbage , chopped |
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1 cup | Carrot , sliced |
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1 cup | Green Bean , cut into 1-inch pieces |
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1 cup | Potato , diced |
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1 cup | Pumpkin , diced |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Ginger , grated |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed , black |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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1 cup | Water |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Heat mustard oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2 Add black mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
- 3 Add grated ginger and minced garlic, sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- 4 Add turmeric powder and red chili powder, stir well.
- 5 Add all the chopped vegetables: cabbage, carrots, green beans, potatoes, and pumpkin.
- 6 Stir the vegetables well to coat them with the spices.
- 7 Add salt and water, mix well.
- 8 Cover the pan and let the vegetables cook on medium heat for about 20-25 minutes or until they are tender.
- 9 Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- 10 Once cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a smoky flavor, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika along with the spices.