Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

Carrots

chopped

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

1 pinch

Asafoetida

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1.5 tsp

Coriander Powder

1 cup

Methi Leaves

tightly packed, chopped

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Amchur

Step 1
~3 min

Peel, wash and chop the carrots into small pieces.

Step 2
~3 min

Pick the methi leaves from stem and wash the leaves well.

Step 3
~3 min

Chop the methi leaves fine.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat oil in a wok/kadai.

Step 5
~3 min

Add cumin seeds to hot oil and wait till it turns brown.

Step 6
~3 min

Add asafoetida, mix.

Step 7
~3 min

Add finely chopped onions and sauté till onions turn soft and translucent.

Step 8
~3 min

Add coriander powder, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, salt to taste and give it good mix.

Step 9
~3 min

Now add chopped carrots, mix and cook until for 5 minutes on medium flame.

Step 10
~3 min

Add 1/4 cup water and continue to cook the carrots.

Step 11
~3 min

When carrots are half done, add finely chopped methi leaves.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook until all vegetables are cooked, keep stirring in between.

Step 13
~3 min

When all water evaporates and carrots turn tender, sprinkle amchur powder and 1 more teaspoon oil over the vegetables and stir well.

Step 14
~3 min

Cook for 2 minutes on low flame, remove the pan from stove and serve hot.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve Gajar Methi Sabzi with Curd Rice or Phulkas and Panchmel Dal for a percent weekday lunch or dinner.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Use fresh, high-quality methi leaves for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

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 roti or rice.

Serve as a side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal
Curd Rice
Roti

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Commonly made in Indian households as a simple and nutritious side dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

60/100