Mixed Vegetable Curry

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup cauliflower florets
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 cup potatoes, diced
• 1 cup peas
• 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 2 green chilies, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
• 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)

Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

- Wash and chop all the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.

- Set aside the cauliflower, carrots, potatoes, peas, and beans.

Step 2: Sauté the Spices

- Heat oil in a large pan or kadhai.

- Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

- Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.

- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Tomatoes

- Add pureed tomatoes to the pan and cook until the oil separates from the masala.

- Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 4: Add the Vegetables

- Add the chopped vegetables to the pan. Stir them into the masala.

- Add 1/2 cup water to the pan and mix well.

- Cover and cook on medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but not mushy.

Step 5: Add Garam Masala and Garnish

- Once the vegetables are cooked, sprinkle garam masala over the curry.

- Stir well, adjust seasoning if needed.

- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 6: Serve

- Serve the Mixed Vegetable Curry hot with roti, naan, or steamed rice!