Shalgam Ki Sabzi - Indian Turnip Curry
Recipe Summary
- A simple and flavorful North Indian vegetarian dish made with turnips (shalgam). The turnips are cooked with a base of onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices until tender, then mashed to create a rustic and hearty curry.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Oil 50ml
- Onion 1
- Garlic Paste 1 tsp
- Ginger Paste 1 tsp
- Tomatoes 2
- Chilli Powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric Powder 1 tsp
- Cumin Powder 1 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Green Chillies 1
- Water 50ml
- Turnips (Shalgam) 1kg
- Coriander a handful, for garnish
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
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)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Sauté Onions
Heat 50ml of oil in a pan. Add 1 chopped onion and cook for on medium heat until softened and lightly golden.
Step 2: Cook Aromatics
Add 1 tsp of garlic paste and 1 tsp of ginger paste to the pan. Sauté for until the raw smell disappears.
Step 3: Cook Tomatoes
Add 2 chopped tomatoes and cook for on medium heat until they become soft and mushy.
Step 4: Add Spices
Add 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1 chopped green chilli. Mix well and cook the spices for .
Step 5: Prepare the Masala
Pour in 50ml of water, stir, and cook the masala for another until the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
Step 6: Cook the Turnips
Add 1kg of chopped turnips to the pan. Mix thoroughly to coat them with the masala. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for on low-medium heat, allowing the turnips to become tender.
Step 7: Mash the Turnips
Once the turnips are fully cooked and soft, use the back of your spoon to mash them in the pan to your desired consistency.
Step 8: Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle fresh chopped coriander over the mashed turnips and mix it in. Serve hot.
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