Ready in

35 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
Recipe by Foodworks Channel on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Paste

    Add 1 chopped onion, 1 piece of ginger, 6 cloves of garlic, and 3 chopped tomatoes into a blender. Blend until a smooth paste is formed.

  2. Prepare the Parotta

    Take 4 parottas and cut them into small, bite-sized pieces.

  3. Fry the Parotta

    Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a pan over medium flame. Add the chopped parotta pieces and fry them until they are partially crispy and golden brown, about . Remove the fried parotta from the pan and set aside.

  4. Cook the Gravy Base

    Add another 1/4 cup of oil to the same pan. Pour in the ground paste and cook it over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens and the oil starts to separate from the sides, which should take about .

  5. Add Spices

    Add 1 tablespoon of chili powder (adjust to taste), 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of garam masala, 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Mix well and cook for about until the spices are fragrant.

  6. Add Vegetables

    Add 1 cubed onion and 1 cubed capsicum to the pan. Mix well with the gravy and cook for , ensuring the vegetables are slightly tender but still retain a crunch.

  7. Combine with Parotta

    Add the previously fried parotta pieces to the pan. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the parotta pieces are well coated with the spicy gravy. Cook for another .

  8. Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and mix once more. Turn off the flame. Serve hot with a side of raita or plain yogurt.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add other vegetables like carrotsCustomise

    Add other vegetables like carrots or green beans for more nutrition.

  • For a nonDietary option

    Vegetarian version, add cooked chicken or paneer.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipAdjust Chili Powder to Your Spice Preference
  • Cooking tipEnsure the Parotta Pieces Are

    Ensure the parotta pieces are partially crispy before adding them to the sauce for best texture.

  • TipDon't Overcook the Onions and Capsicum

    They should retain a slight crunch.

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