Indian Mixed Vegetable Curry

Makes 6 side dish servings
JaniceJanice wolf

ingredients

  • 3 TBSP olive oil
  • 1 1/2 Tsp. cumin seeds
  • 2 Cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Jalapeno, seeded and minced
  • 1 TBSP + 1 Tsp. minced fresh ginger
  • 1 Tsp. turmeric
  • 1 Tsp. ground coriander
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 small cauliflower (1 1/2 lbs) cut into 1 inch florets
  • 1 Large green bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch dice
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 TBSP water
  • 3 Plum tomatoes, diced
  • 1 15 Oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • Green beans if desired
  • 1/4 Cup chopped cilantro
  • Steamed rice or Indian flat bread, for serving

directions

  • 1

    In a very large skillet, heat the oil. Add cumin seeds and cook over moderate heat until they begin to crackle and are toasted, about 1 minute. Add garlic, jalapeno, and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Stir in turmeric and coriander. Add carrots, cauliflower, bell pepper and large pinch of salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are thoroughly coated with the spices, about 3 minutes.

  • 2

    Add water, cover and cook, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

  • 3

    Add tomatoes, chickpeas and a pinch of salt, cover and cook over low heat until the tomatoes have softened, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with the cilantro, transfer to a bowl and serve with steamed rice or Indian flat bread.

notes

From "Olive Trees and Honey" inspired by kosher Indian restaurants in NYC. Indian spices are great for your health.

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