Follow these steps for perfect results
Turmeric powder
Sunflower Oil
for cooking
Salt
to taste
Elephant yam
peeled and diced
Ginger
finely chopped
Carrot
peeled and diced
Red Chilli powder
Onion
chopped
Baby Potatoes
quartered
Dates
chopped
Garlic
finely chopped
Green Chillies
chopped
Raisins
Jaggery
Vinegar
Green peas
Dhansak masala
Tomato
chopped
In a pressure cooker, add carrots, baby potatoes, and elephant yam with 1 cup water and salt.
Pressure cook for about 1 whistle and let the pressure release naturally.
Soak the raisins and jaggery in vinegar in a small bowl and set aside.
Heat oil in a small shallow pan, saute the onions and tomato with a little salt until the tomatoes turn soft.
Let the mixture cool, then blend into a smooth paste using a hand blender.
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan with oil, saute the pressure-cooked vegetables until they become slightly crisp.
Remove the vegetables from the pan.
In the same oil, add the ginger, garlic, and green chillies and saute.
Add the blended paste, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and dhansak masala powder.
Add the soaked raisins and dates along with the vinegar and jaggery.
Check the seasoning and adjust as needed.
Add the sauteed vegetables along with the green peas.
Add 1 cup of water and reduce the heat to low.
Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are well cooked.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red chilli powder to your spice preference.
Soaking the raisins and jaggery in vinegar helps to soften them and release their flavors.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with fresh coriander and a dollop of cream.
Serve with rice or roti.
Pairs well with a side of raita.
Aromatic white wine to complement the spices.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Parsi dish often served at weddings and celebrations.
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