Bengali

Bengali Vegetable Jhol

Name: Bengali Vegetable Jhol
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Bengali
Ingredients: 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, peas); 1 tbsp ghee; 1 onion, sliced; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 cup tamarind paste; 1/2 tsp garam masala; salt to taste; 1/4 cup chopped coriander; 2 cups water

A flavorful vegetable curry with a light, tangy broth made with tamarind and spices.

25 minutes4 servings

Method

Heat ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant.
Add sliced onions and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, and tamarind paste. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add mixed vegetables and water. Bring to a boil.
Simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Stir in garam masala and coriander. Adjust salt.
Check vegetables are fully cooked and tender.

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