Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
500 g

Broccoli

cut into florets

1 unit

Red Bell Pepper

diced

1 unit

Onion

roughly chopped

2 unit

Tomato

pureed

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

4 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

1 tsp

Red Chilli Powder

1 tsp

Garam Masala Powder

1 unit

Black Cardamom

0.25 cup

Water

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tbsp

Kasuri Methi

crushed

1 tbsp

Coriander Seeds

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds

0.5 tsp

Fennel Seeds

Step 1
~2 min

Cut broccoli into small florets.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat a heavy bottomed pan on medium flame, add 1 teaspoon of oil, broccoli florets, and 5 tablespoons of water.

Step 3
~2 min

Add salt and mix well.

Step 4
~2 min

Cover and cook until broccoli is al dente (70% cooked), about 5-7 minutes. Keep aside; do not drain water if any is left.

Step 5
~2 min

In another pan, dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds for 5 minutes on medium flame until aromatic.

Step 6
~2 min

Switch off heat, add crushed kasuri methi, stir, and cool completely.

Step 7
~2 min

Transfer to a mixer jar and grind into a coarse powder; set aside.

Step 8
~2 min

Add remaining oil to a heavy bottomed pan on medium heat.

Step 9
~2 min

Once hot, add onions, ginger, and garlic; sauté until soft and transparent (3-4 minutes).

Step 10
~2 min

Add capsicum, salt, and cook until capsicum softens (about 2 minutes).

Step 11
~2 min

Add tomato puree and black cardamom; mix well.

Step 12
~2 min

Cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomato becomes thick.

Step 13
~2 min

Add prepared kadai masala powder, garam masala, and red chili powder; mix well.

Step 14
~2 min

Once it boils, add broccoli florets and stir gently.

Step 15
~2 min

Cover and cook for about 3 minutes; turn off heat.

Step 16
~2 min

Check salt and spices; adjust to taste.

Step 17
~2 min

Serve hot with Tawa Paratha and Boondi Raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Do not overcook the broccoli to maintain its crunchiness.

Roasting the kadai masala spices enhances their aroma.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Kadai masala powder can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with roti or naan.

Serve as a side dish or main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tawa Paratha
Boondi Raita
Dal Makhani

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Common vegetarian dish in North Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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