Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 unit

Radish

sliced

1 sprig

Curry leaves

1 tsp

Ajwain (Carom seeds)

1 tsp

Fennel seeds (Saunf)

1 unit

Onion

thinly sliced

4 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

3 unit

Dry Red Chillies

1 tbsp

Jaggery

1 tsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tsp

Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~5 min

Prep all ingredients: slice radish, curry leaves, thinly slice onion, chop garlic, measure spices.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Add fennel seeds, ajwain, curry leaves, and dry red chilies. Let them crackle.

Step 4
~5 min

Add sliced onion and chopped garlic. Sauté until golden brown.

Step 5
~5 min

Add sliced radish, red chili powder, coriander powder, amchur powder, and jaggery.

Step 6
~5 min

Add 1/4 cup of water, cover the pressure cooker and pressure cook for two whistles.

Step 7
~5 min

Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 8
~5 min

Open the cooker and stir the sabzi. Check salt and adjust accordingly.

Step 9
~5 min

Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve with dal palak and steamed rice or malabari parotta.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jaggery and amchur to suit your taste.

You can also add a pinch of garam masala for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with roti or rice.

Serve as a side dish with dal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal Palak
Steamed Rice
Malabari Parotta

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Radish is a common vegetable in North Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
cozy weekend lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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