Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

for cooking

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

100 g

Elephant yam

peeled and diced

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

1 unit

Carrot

peeled and diced

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 unit

Onion

chopped

5 unit

Baby Potatoes

quartered

4 unit

Dates

chopped

2 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

chopped

1 tbsp

Raisins

1 tbsp

Jaggery

0.25 cup

Vinegar

0.25 cup

Green peas

2 tbsp

Dhansak masala

0.25 cup

Tomato

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

In a pressure cooker, add carrots, baby potatoes, and elephant yam with 1 cup water and salt.

Step 2
~4 min

Pressure cook for about 1 whistle and let the pressure release naturally.

Step 3
~4 min

Soak the raisins and jaggery in vinegar in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat oil in a small shallow pan, saute the onions and tomato with a little salt until the tomatoes turn soft.

Step 5
~4 min

Let the mixture cool, then blend into a smooth paste using a hand blender.

Step 6
~4 min

Heat a heavy-bottomed pan with oil, saute the pressure-cooked vegetables until they become slightly crisp.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove the vegetables from the pan.

Step 8
~4 min

In the same oil, add the ginger, garlic, and green chillies and saute.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the blended paste, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and dhansak masala powder.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the soaked raisins and dates along with the vinegar and jaggery.

Step 11
~4 min

Check the seasoning and adjust as needed.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the sauteed vegetables along with the green peas.

Step 13
~4 min

Add 1 cup of water and reduce the heat to low.

Step 14
~4 min

Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are well cooked.

Step 15
~4 min

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

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 ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or roti.

Pairs well with a side of raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha
Beetroot, Carrot & Cucumber Salad With Peanuts

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Traditional Parsi dish often served at weddings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Navroz (Parsi New Year)

Occasion Tags

Wedding
Party
Celebration
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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