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Beetroot Stir Fry

Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Keyword beetroot, beetroot stir fry, palya, root vegetable, vegan recipe, vegetable stir fry, vegetarian recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp urad dal
  • 1 tsp chana dal
  • 2 dry red chilies broken into pieces
  • A handful of curry leaves
  • 3 cups beetroot peeled and chopped into small cubes
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add 1 teaspoon each of urad dal and chana dal. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
  • Add 2 dry red chilies and a handful of curry leaves. Sauté for a minute to release their flavors.
  • Add 3 cups of chopped beetroot to the pan. Stir well to coat the beetroot with the tempering.
  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the beetroot and mix thoroughly. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on medium heat.
  • Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. Cook until the beetroot is tender yet slightly crunchy. It usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
  • Once the beetroot is cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

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