Vegan Vegetable Jalfrezi
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Vegan Vegetable Jalfrezi is a flavorful and spicy Indian curry dish that’s loaded with colorful vegetables and aromatic spices. This dish is both vegan and gluten-free, making it a delightful choice for a satisfying plant-based meal.
INGREDIENTS
For the Spice Mix:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika or Kashmiri chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Jalfrezi:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Cooked basmati rice or naan bread for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing the Spice Mix:
- In a small bowl, combine the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, paprika or chili powder, garam masala, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Making the Jalfrezi:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to turn translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the mixed bell peppers, cauliflower florets, broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and green beans. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften and slightly brown.
- Sprinkle the prepared spice mix over the vegetables. Stir well to coat them with the spices.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
TIPS
- Adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili powder.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas, corn, or mushrooms for variety.
- For a creamier version, you can add a splash of coconut milk or dairy-free yogurt at the end of cooking.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: Approx. 180 kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Fat: 10g
- Vitamin A: 120% DV
- Vitamin C: 300% DV
- Iron: 10% DV
