Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Turai

chopped

1 cup

Pumpkin

chopped

1 cup

Eggplant

chopped

1 cup

Potato

chopped

2 unit

Drumsticks

halved

0.5 cup

Cowpea Pod

cut

0.5 cup

Parwal

cut

0.5 cup

Radish

cut

1 unit

Mustard Oil

as needed

4 tbsp

Oil

3 tbsp

Dijon Mustard

3 unit

Green Chili

chopped

0.5 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Asafoetida

1.5 tsp

Panch Phoran Masala

0.5 tsp

Sugar

Step 1
~5 min

Wash and chop all vegetables.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat oil in a pan, add all vegetables, turmeric powder, and mustard paste.

Step 3
~5 min

Mix well, cover the pan, and cook for 5-10 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Step 4
~5 min

Remove cooked vegetables and set aside.

Step 5
~5 min

Heat oil in another pan, add asafoetida, Panch Phoron, and green chilies.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook for 30 seconds.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the cooked vegetables, salt, and sugar.

Step 8
~5 min

Mix well.

Step 9
~5 min

After 2 minutes, add mustard oil, mix, and garnish with coriander.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve hot with Bengali Luchi and Bengali Dal.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of mustard paste according to your spice preference.

Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be chopped in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice or roti.

Pair with dal for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bengali Luchi
Bengali Dal

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Bengal

Cultural Significance

Traditional Bengali side dish, often made during festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Durga Puja
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Festival Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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