BHAJI

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TODAY'S RECIPE: BHAJI

 

 

Known in its English translation as a mixed vegetable curry, this is a

quick meal that gives you a great taste of India. Serve with rice or

pita bread.

 

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 medium onion, chopped

4 cloves of garlic, minced

1 1/2-inch piece of gingerroot, peeled and chopped

1 fresh green chili

1 cinnamon stick

1 tablespoon curry powder

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1 pound broccoli, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 large carrots, cut into 2-inch strips

1 small head of cauliflower, cut into 1-inch flowerets

1 large tomato, chopped

1 cup water

salt to taste

 

In a large saucepan, fry the onion, garlic, ginger, green chili, and

cinnamon with the vegetable oil over a medium heat until the onion is

translucent and semi-brown.

 

Mix in the curry powder and the turmeric, and continue to cook for

another 2 minutes, stirring often.

 

Add the potato, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, tomato, and salt; mix

well.

 

Pour in the water, cover, and allow to simmer (stirring to ensure that

ingredients don't stick to the bottom) until the vegetables are soft

(about 15 minutes).