
Vegetable Bhuna (North Indian Vegetable Curry)
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5.0
33 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4
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Calories
295 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian

Vegetable Bhuna (North Indian Vegetable Curry)
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Bhuna is a spiced, Indian curry typically made with chicken or other meat in a creamy, spiced tomato-yogurt sauce. Here, we’re using cauliflower and lots of veggies for a vegetable bhuna that’s packed with flavor and just as satisfying! Tender crisp fenugreek roasted veggies folded in a creamy tomato curry finished with a cumin spiced oil - tadka
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Ingredients
For the vegetables:
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 - 2 cups other vegetables of choice I use a mix of frozen carrots, peas, green beans, etc. (thaw them before using). You can also use some bell peppers, root vegetables like sweet potato, parsnip, turnip, etc.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the bhuna masala sauce:
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 1 cup chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 1/2 - 1 teaspoon garam masala or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/3 cup Non-Dairy yogurt or use non dairy cream such as coconut cream or cashew cream
- 1 cup cooked or canned(drained) chickpeas
- 1/2 cup or more water or non Dairy milk
For the spiced oil tadka topping:
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup onion chopped into 3/4 - 1-inch cubes or slices
- 1 bell pepper chopped into 3/4 - 1-inch slices, I use a mix of colored bell peppers
- 1/4 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
- cilantro, pepper flakes, lemon juice for garnish
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Instructions
Cook the vegetables.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil. Once the oil is hot add the fenugreek leaves and mix in. Add the cauliflower and a good pinch of salt, cover, and cook for 3-4 minutes or until brown on some edges, stirring once in between. (If you are using root vegetables, you should add them in the beginning alongside the cauliflower)
- Then add the rest of the vegetables and salt and mix in. If the skillet is too dry then add 2-3 tablespoons of water and mix in. Cover and cook until the cauliflower is al-dente.
- Remove the vegetables from the skillet into a bowl and set aside.
Make the bhuna masala sauce.
- Add the 2 teaspoons of oil, onion, and a good pinch of salt and cook. Add a few splashes of water in between and continue to cook for 5-8 minutes or until the onion is golden. Add the ginger garlic paste and the spices and mix in for a few seconds. Add the tomato paste, yogurt, and 1/2 a cup of water or non dairy milk. Mix in and bring everything to a boil.
- Add the reserved vegetables back to the skillet along with the chickpeas, toss and take off the heat.
Make the spiced oil topping.
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot add the cumin seeds and cook until the cumin seeds change color. 2-3 mins. Then add the bay leaves and mix in. Add the onion, bell pepper, fenugreek leaves, and a good pinch of salt. Continue to cook until the pepper is slightly softened, 3-4 minutes. You don't want to overcook the veggies, they should have a little bit of a “bite” to them.
- Transfer the topping to the skillet with the vegetables and sauce and toss everything really well. Cover and place it back on the stove for 1-2 minutes and switch off the heat.
- Let the skillet stay covered for the next 5 minutes for the flavors to meld. Then top with some cilantro and lemon juice. Serve with flatbread, naan, or rice.
Notes
- Vegetable bhuna curry is naturally gluten-free. It is also soy- and nut-free as long as you choose a soy- and nut-free non-dairy yogurt.
- Storage: Store refrigerated in a closed container for upto 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave. This dish is not freezer friendly as the veggies will overcook while reheating from frozen.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
295kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
46g
(15%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
535mg
(22%)
Potassium
752mg
(21%)
Fiber
13g
(52%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
1299IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
75mg
(83%)
Calcium
111mg
(11%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
Protein | 13g | 26% |
Fat | 8g | 12% |
Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
Sodium | 535mg | 22% |
Potassium | 752mg | 16% |
Fiber | 13g | 52% |
Sugar | 11g | 22% |
Vitamin A | 1299IU | 26% |
Vitamin C | 75mg | 83% |
Calcium | 111mg | 11% |
Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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