Carrot Rave Rotti /Sooji Roti

Carrot Rave Rotti is nutritious , wholesome dish made from fresh carrot in Sooji making it a healthy delight. Enjoy this hot flavoured Rotti with chutney.

Whether you're looking to explore traditional South Indian flavors or simply want to try something new, Rave Rotti is a delightful dish that’s both wholesome and satisfying. With its crispy texture and savory ingredients, it’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 

So gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and enjoy the warm, comforting goodness of this

Rave Rotti.

Ingredients 

Carrot Rave Rotti /Sooji Roti

Chiroti Rave/Sooji     1.5 cup 

 Carrot grated  -1 cup 

Coriander  leaves          handful chopped

Green chilies            4-5 finely chopped 
(in case you need it spicy)

Cumin seeds             2 tsp

oil                             2Tbsp

Salt                          to taste

Water                       as req
Curds                       2 tsp

Fresh Coconut shreds-1/4 cup

Butter paper-for making rottis

Method 

 Mix sooji with grated carrot, add salt, chilies, cumin seeds. Add water and mix well add little curds. Cover and leave for some time .(Dough should be of medium softness not too hard or too soft.) Next take a tava , smear  1tsp of oil around, take the dough and spread around it add water to flatten on the tava. 

Keep this on medium heat, add oil around the roti ,cover ,leave it for 1-2 mins, check if done. Once done, flip over.. If you want more crispy leave it a little longer. Once done rotti it comes out easily from pan. 

Enjoy hot with butter and chutney /pickle of your choice.

Don’t forget to get creative with your toppings and dips to enjoy the hot Rave rotti and elevate the experience even further. 

"Happy cooking!”

You can also use butter paper and make the rotti over it.  Place the paper on the tava and slowly remove the paper.. Follow the same process. This is a an easy and faster process.



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Methi Tomato Curry

Methi Tomato Gravy is a simple, flavorful Indian curry made with fresh fenugreek leaves (methi), ripe tomatoes, and everyday spices. This easy North Indian recipe creates a mildly tangy and slightly bitter gravy that pairs perfectly with roti, paratha, or rice. If you’re looking for a healthy, homemade methi recipe packed with authentic flavors, this comforting tomato-based curry is a must-try for your weekly meal rotation.

Ingredients

 Fenugreek leaves (Methi) - 1 bunch

Methi Tomato Curry

cleaned and chopped

1 onion chopped

1 tomato chopped

1/2 tsp jeera

1/2 tsp Chilly powder

1/2 tsp dhania jeera pwd

1/2 tsp Sabzi Masala
1/2 tsp Garam masala

1 tbsp Butter/ Oil

Salt - to taste

1 tbsp Cream

Others

1 tomato chopped

2 Green Chilies

few Cashew nuts/ Almonds 

Cinnamon-little

Cloves - 3

Cardamom-1

Methi Tomato Curry

Method

Grind all the items mentioned above under "Others" into fine paste. Clean and chop Methi leaves. Add butter in a pan, add the cumin seeds. Add the chilly powder, garam masala, ground paste and the tomato puree and let it cook, keep stirring. Add the chopped onion, tomato and stir well, next add chopped methi leaves, mix, once done add salt, mix lastly add  cream. Cook till the gravy thickens .Serve Methi Tomato curry hot with roti of your choice.

Adjust salt and spices as per your taste and preferences.

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Cabbage Palya-I

Cabbage Palya is an easy stirfry sabzi (palya-Kannada) for Indian Breads. Healthy, colorful, nutritious and tasty with goodness of Amla. Enjoy!

Cabbage Palya-I

Ingredients
Cabbage – 1 cup
Carrot-1 cup

Capsicum-1 cup
Onion-1/2 cup 
Green chilies-4-5
(finely chopped)
Salt – as per taste
Fresh Coconut shreds-2-3 tbsp

Amla-2 shredded


For seasoning
Mustard –1/2 tsp
Jeera -1/2 tsp
Chana dal-1/2 tsp
Urad dal-1/2 tap
Hing-pinch
Turmeric-pinch
Curry leaves-few
Oil-1 tsp

Method-Chop all vegetables finely.

Heat a pan with oil and add the items mentioned under the seasoning.

Add chopped onion, green chilies, curry leaves and fry till transparent. 

Add all chopped vegetables and mix well; cover and cook for 3 to 5 minutes till vegetables are just done. Add grated coconut, salt and mix.

Enjoy Cabbage Palya-I hot with Rasam Rice or Chapati.



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Pumpkin Roast

Looking for an easy Indian vegetarian starter? This Kadai Pumpkin Roast is a quick and flavorful stovetop recipe made with tender pumpkin cubes sautéed in aromatic Indian spices. Cooked in a pan, the pumpkin turns beautifully caramelized on the outside while staying soft and naturally sweet inside. Perfect as a healthy snack, side dish, or festive appetizer, this Indian-style pumpkin roast is vegan, gluten-free, and made with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

Pumpkin Roast

• 1 cup Sihi Kumbalkayi (cut in big cubes) 
• 1 tsp Jeera
• Hing-pinch
• ½ tsp Turmeric
• Few Curry leaves
• Bhath Powder-2 tbsp
• Dhania pwd-1 tsp
• Coriander Leaves chopped
• 2 tbsp Oil
• Salt to taste

Method: 

Heat Oil in pan, add cumin, hing, turmeric, curry leaves and fry for some time.

Add washed sweet pumpkin and fry well. Cover for 5-10 mins.

Check if the veggies are done, next add salt and mix well , fry for some time.

Add bhath powder and mix well. 

Garnish with coriander leaves..

 

Serve this no onion no garlic roasted Pumpkin hot with rasam rice or enjoy just like that !

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Matar Capsicum Sabzi

Matar capsicum sabzi is a simple and popular Indian vegetable dish made with fresh green peas and capsicum, perfect for everyday meals. This easy matar capsicum recipe pairs beautifully with Indian breads like roti, phulka, paratha, or chapati, making it a regular choice for home-style lunches and dinners.

In this version of matar capsicum sabzi, roasted gram flour (besan) is used to add a mild nutty flavor and improve the texture without making the dish heavy. Using fresh seasonal peas enhances the natural sweetness, while bell peppers keeps the dish light and balanced. This vegan matar capsicum sabzi is quick to prepare, wholesome, and ideal for a comforting meal.

Lets learn how to make this  simple Indian peas and bell pepper stir-fry with chickpea flour.

Matar Capsicum Sabzi

Ingredients

 

1/2 cup potato diced

1/2 cup tomatoes
2 capsicums 
1/2 cup peas steamed
1/2 tsp cumin seed 
1/2 tsp mustard
1/2 tsp chana dal
1/2 tsp urad dal
Hing pinch
1/2 tsp red chili powder 
1 tsp turmeric powder 
1/2 tsp dhania jeera powder 
1 tsp Bhath powder

1 tbsp besan / Gram flour (roasted)
few coriander leaves (finely chopped) 
1-2 tbsp Oil
Salt 

• Method- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin and mustard, chana dal, urad dal ,hing, and fry till done and fry well add capsicum and sauté for some time. Next add diced potatoes and fry well, add steamed peas ,the masala pwd, roasted besan, salt and mix well. Garnish  with coriander leaves and serve Matar Capsicum Sabzi hot with naan or roti.
• Adjust salt and spice as per your taste and preferences.

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Gorikayi Hesarkaalu Palya

Gorikayi Hesarkaalu Palya or Gavar Moong Sabzi  is a delicious combination for Indian breads. Enjoy this sabzi with a blend of spices and coconut. Gorikayi is known as Cluster beans in English.

Ingredients:

Gorikayi Hesarkaalu Palya

• Gorikayi/cluster beans-1 cup
• finely chopped (cleaned and washed)
• Potato-1/2 cup chopped
• Green Moong-1/2 cup (pre-soaked)
• Grated coconut - 1/4 cup
• Bhath pudi-1-2 tsp
• Salt to taste

For seasoning:

• Oil- 1-2 tbsp
• Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp
• Urad dal -1/2 tsp
• Chana dal-1/2 tsp
• Hing-a pinch
• Turmeric -1/4 tsp
• Curry leaves-3-4

Method: 

Heat oil in a pan and add all the items in the seasonings, add the gorikayi/cluster beans and green moong and mix. Cover it with a lid. After 3-4 mins, add the chopped potatoes and stir. Once the vegetables are done add bhath pudi, salt, and mix well. Add grated coconut. Mix well. Serve Gorikayi Hesarkaalu Palya hot with rasam rice or chapati.

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Gobi Matar Sabzi

Gobi Matar Sabzi is a classic North Indian vegetable dish made with cauliflower (gobi), green peas (matar), and everyday spices. This easy homemade sabzi is quick to prepare, healthy, and perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner. It pairs well with roti, paratha, and is a great option for a simple vegetarian meal.

 Ingredients:

• 

  Gobi Matar Sabzi

  Cauliflower, medium – 1 
• (cut and cleaned well)
• Potatoes –2 chopped
• Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
• Steamed Peas-1 cup
• Ginger-garlic paste – 1/2 tbsp
  
• Onion-1 finely sliced
• Tomato chopped – 1
• Red chilly pwd – 1/2 tbsp
• Sabzi Masala -1 tsp
• Turmeric pwd – 1/2 tsp
• Garam masala – 1 tsp
• Green chillies-1-2
• Dhania Jeera pwd – 1 tsp
• Oil – 2 tsp
• Salt as per taste

Others

1 Onion chopped

2 tomatoes chopped

2 Green Chilies

few Cashew nuts/ Almonds 

Method

Roast the items mentioned under others. Once cool, grind all the items mentioned above under "Others" Next take oil in kadai, fry the cauliflower florets and potatoes well. Keep it aside. Next add oil in a pan, add the cumin seeds. add the chilly powder, garam masala ,ground paste and let it cook , keep stirring. Next add the onions and tomatoes and fry. Add the green peas and mix. Add the roasted veggies and mix. Add water to form gravy. Cook till for 5-7 mins.. Add salt and mix. Add cream. Stir. Serve Gobi Matar Sabzi hot with roti of your choice.

Adjust salt and spices as per your taste and preferences.

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Aloo Matar Pulao

Aloo Matar Pulao is an easy one-pot rice recipe made with basmati rice, potatoes, green peas, and aromatic Indian spices. This simple vegetarian pulao is perfect for busy weeknights, lunch boxes, or a quick Indian dinner. Cooked in a single pot, this easy Indian rice dish is flavorful, comforting, and requires minimal effort with maximum taste, loved by kids too. Enjoy.

Aloo Matar Pulao

Ingredients 

• Basmati Rice - 1 cup
• Frozen or fresh green peas - 3/4 cup
• Potatoes 2 -chopped
• Onion - 1 thinly sliced
• Green chilies 1-2 chopped
• Cloves - 2
• Cinnamon - 1 stick
• Cardamom seeds - 2
• Bay leaves-2
• Jeera- 1/2 tsp
• Cashews - few
• Ghee / oil - 1 tablespoon
• Pulao Masala-1 tsp (opt)
• Salt to taste

Method-Rinse and soak the basmati rice for 1/2 hour. In a pressure (rice) cooker, add the ghee  add the jeera, bay leaves, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon and fry. Next add onions and fry it for a while. Add chilies and fry well. Add the peas, salt and sauté. Add chopped potatoes. Add the soaked rice and mix well. Add required quantity of water, cover and cook. Once done fluff it with fork or large spoon. Garnish with  fried cashew nuts. Serve Aloo Matar Pulao hot with raita.

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Shahi Aloo Matar

Shahi Aloo Matar is a delicious and flavorful side dish that goes perfectly well with Indian Breads or rice. A combination of soft potatoes and rich cashew and fresh green peas in spicy  tomato blend make this one tasty gravy.

 
Let’s dive into the  Shahi Aloo Matar

recipe  

Shahi Aloo Mutter

• Ingredients
• 1 tsp jeera
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp dhania-jeera pwd
• 1 tsp red chili powder 
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp sabzi masala
• 1 cup peeled potato cubes  
• 1 cup Fresh green peas-steamed
• coriander leaves, to garnish 
• Oil-3 tbsp
• 1 tbsp cream
• few roasted cashews

To Grind 
• Few cashews (soaked in water)
• 1-2 Green Chilies
• 1 small elachi
• 1/2 inch cinnamon
• 1 cup chopped tomato 

Method- Soak cashews for 1/2 hr. Next, In a kadai, add oil and roast the cubed potatoes well, keep it aside. Next in kadai, add the items mentioned under to Grind. Roast well. Let it cool. Next grind all the items into fine paste. Add oil in a pan, add the cumin seeds. Next add the chilly powder, garam masala, ground paste and keep stirring. Next add fried potato cubes. Add steamed peas. Add salt, and mix well. Top it up with cream and roasted cashews. Cook till the gravy thickens. Serve Shahi Aloo Matar hot with Indian Bread of your choice.

This gravy is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the goodness of potatoes, peas, and cashews in a rich and flavorful curry. It’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special meal for guests. Pair it with warm naan, parathas, roti, or steamed rice, and you’ve got yourself a satisfying meal that everyone will love. 

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Dahi Simla Mirch Masala

Dahi Simla Mirch Masala – A Quick & Delicious Side Dish

Dahi Simla Mirch Masala is a simple and flavorful dish prepared with capsicum, curds, and aromatic spices. It pairs wonderfully with chapati, phulka, or rice.

What is Dahi Simla Mirch Masala?

Capsicum (Bell Pepper / Simla Mirch) blends beautifully with curd and spices. This quick sautéed dish gives a creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy flavor profile.

Ingredients

• Capsicum (Bell Pepper) – 2, finely sliced

  

  Dahi Simla Mirch

• Onion – 2, finely sliced
• Besan (Chickpea Flour) – 2 tsp
• Roasted peanuts, crushed – 2 tsp
• Thick curds (Yogurt) – 3 tbsp
• Oil – 3 tbsp
• Salt – as needed

Seasoning

• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Cumin seeds (Jeera) – 1 tsp
• Hing – a pinch
• Urad dal – ½ tsp
• Chana dal – ½ tsp
• Turmeric – a pinch
• Curry leaves – few
• Green chilies – 1–2 finely chopped
• Dhaniya-Jeera powder – ½ tsp
• Rasam powder – ½ tsp
• Sabzi Masala – 1 tsp

Method

1. Heat oil in a pan on medium flame and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing, urad dal, chana dal, turmeric, curry leaves, and green chilies.

2. Once they splutter, add sliced capsicum and onion. Sauté until soft.

3. Add besan, roasted peanuts, dhaniya-jeera powder, rasam powder, and sabzi masala. Cook on low flame for 5 minutes.

4. Add salt and thick curds. Mix well and cook for just 1 minute. Do not overcook after adding curds.

5. Serve hot with chapati or rice.

Adjust spice levels as per your taste.

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TogariKayi Kurma

Togari Kayi Kurma is a flavorful South Indian curry made with fresh pigeon peas (togari kayi in Kannada), coconut, and a fragrant blend of spices. This traditional Karnataka-style kurma is especially popular during the winter season, when fresh togarikayi (tender pigeon peas) are in abundance.

In many Karnataka households, Togari Kayi Kurma is a cherished seasonal delicacy  a comforting reminder of the harvest months. Packed with protein, fiber, and traditional South Indian flavors, it’s both nutritious and delicious. 

Ingredients

• Togarikalu– 1 cup

• 

  TogariKayi Kurma

  (cooked )
• Tomatoes-1 cup (chopped)
• Boiled Potatoes-1 cup chopped
  
• Dhania Jeera pwd-1/2 tsp
• Bhath Pwd-2 tsp 
• Oil-1-2 tsp
• Salt-for taste
• Cumin seeds -1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves-few

For grinding:

Half cup grated fresh coconut, 

5-6 cashews, 

1tbsp khus khus,  

1 tbsp fried gram

1 Green Chilly

1/2 tsp jeera

1 Onion chopped

1/2 inch cinnamon

1 clove

Grind these into fine paste adding very little water and keep aside.

Method-

In a pan, prepare the seasoning with oil , mustard, jeera, chana dal, Urad dal, Hing, curry leaves.. Add chopped onion, tomatoes and fry well. Next add the cooked Togarikayi. Stir well. Add little water, cover and let it cook for 10 mins. Next add the ground paste to the gravy and mix well.. Cover and let it cook for 5-10 mins. Keep stirring. Once done, add salt and mix well. Add the chopped coriander leaves, a spoon of thick creamy curd and mix. Let it simmer for 5 mins. Serve this TogariKayi Kurma hot with Chapati/ Paratha or enjoy with rice.

Whether served with rice, roti, or parotta, it offers a satisfying and wholesome meal. With its blend of aromatic spices and creamy texture, and goodness of freshly shelled pigeon peas this Kurma is a true delight!  Enjoy ! 

Adjust the spice and salt as per your taste and preferences.

 

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Masala Veggie Quesadilla

Give your weeknight dinner a flavorful twist with this Indo-Mex fusion favorite. Soft rotis instead of tortillas, folded around a spiced Indian stir-fry veggie mix, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of vibrant mint chutney. Each bite delivers warm masala aromas, crisp-golden edges, and a refreshing taste, comfort food with a delicious desi flair- Masala Veggie Quesadilla !!

Ingredients 

• Capsicum (Bell Pepper) – 2, finely sliced 

  

  Masala Veggie Quesadilla

• Onion – 2, finely sliced
• Tomato-1 chopped
• Roasted peanuts, crushed – 2 tsp
• Lemon Juice
• Oil – 3 tbsp
• Salt – as needed
• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Cumin seeds (Jeera) – 1 tsp
• Turmeric – a pinch
• Curry leaves – few
• Green chilies – 1–2 finely chopped
• Dhania-Jeera powder – ½ tsp
• Sabzi Masala – 1 tsp
• Cheese Shredded
• Tomato sauce
• Pudina Chutney
• Wheat Rotis fresh

Method

Heat oil for in a frying pan over moderate heat. Add mustard seeds, jeera. Once done add capsicum, onion, tomato and sauté well. Once done add the masala pwds to capsicum and stir-fry over low heat for 5 - 7 minutes till capsicums are tender. Add salt and mix well. Let it cool.  Make rotis.

How to Assemble the Masala Veggie Quesadilla

1. Heat a tawa or pan on medium. Place the roti on it for 10–15 seconds on each side so it becomes soft and pliable (not crispy yet). Place it aside. Next, Spread a thin layer of mint chutney over the roti. Sprinkle cheese over the chutney. Add the masala veggie filling and spread it evenly. Top with a bit more cheese. Fold the roti in half, pressing gently so the filling is sealed inside.

2. Cook the quesadilla by heating a pan with a few drops of oil or butter. Let it cook on medium heat for 2–3 minutes until it becomes golden and crisp, then flip and cook the other side until the cheese melts and the edges turn perfectly crispy. 

3. Once done, let it rest for about 30 seconds, then slice it into 2 wedges using a sharp knife. Serve the quesadilla hot with your favorite dips-mint chutney, ketchup.

Adjust spice levels as per your taste. 

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Southekayi Corn Palya

Southekayi Corn Palya is easy and quick side dish for chapati or rice, blended in South Indian style seasoning, with the flavor of coconut it tastes delicious. Adding sweet corn makes it more nutritious and healthy.

Ingredients:

Cucumber Corn Sabzi

• 1  Cucumber finely chopped
• 2-3 Tbsp shredded Coconut
• 2-3 green chilies chopped' 
• 1 cup steamed sweet corn
• Salt to taste

Seasoning 

• 1/2 tsp mustard
• 1/2 tsp jeera
• 1/2 tsp chana dal
• 1/2 tsp urad dal
• 1 Tbsp Oil
• Turmeric-pinch
• Hing-pinch
• Curry leaves-few

Method: Heat oil in a pan. Add the items in seasoning, once done, add the chopped vegetables, steamed sweet corn and fry for few mins.  Add salt. Cover and cook on low flame. Once done, add grated coconut . Mix well. Serve Southekayi Corn Palya  hot with rasam rice or chapati.

Adjust the spice and salt as per your taste and preferences.

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• Cucumber Paddu
• Cucumber Dosa
• Cucumber Thalipeeth

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Carrot Beetroot Palya

A quick and healthy Indian-style dry sabzi made with colorful carrots and beetroot. Perfect for lunchboxes or weekday dinners! 

Carrot with Beetroot s a vibrant, nutrient-rich that combines the natural sweetness of both carrots and beetroot with the  This unique pairing not only creates a flavorful side dish but also delivers a powerhouse of health benefits. Packed with essential vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, this sabzi supports immunity, digestion, skin health, and overall well-being. Ideal for daily meals, it’s a simple yet effective way to nourish the body while satisfying the palate. (source: Web)

Ingredients

• 

  Carrot Beetroot Palya

  1.5 cup Carrot (chopped)
• 1 cup beetroot (chopped)
• A pinch of hing (asafetida)
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp chana dal
• 1/2 tsp urad dal
• A few curry leaves
• 2 tsp Bhath Powder
• 1-2 green chilies
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp  oil
• Salt to taste
• 1-2 shredded amla
• 1/2 cup fresh coconut
• 
  

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a kadai (wok) over medium flame.
2. Add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add hing, cumin seeds, chana dal, urad dal and curry leaves.
3. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
4. Add chopped carrots and beetroots. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Mix well. Cover and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes. Add Bhath pwd, salt and mix well.
6. Garnish with coriander leaves, amla shreds and fresh coconut.

Serve Carrot Beetroot Palya hot with chapati, or rasam rice.

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Aloo Chana Rice

 Aloo Chana Rice is made from simple potatoes roasted in oil and blended in Bhath powder along with healthy boiled Chana into a nice spicy delicious rice.  Ready to eat meal in less time. Perfect for lunch box too. Kids will love it.

Ingredients

Aloo Chana Rice

• 3 big Potatoes
• 1.2 cup boiled Kala Chana
  
• 1/2 tsp Mustard
  
• 1/2 tsp chana dal
• 1/2 tsp urad dal
• 1/2 tsp jeera
• Hing-pinch
• Turmeric-pinch
• 2-3 tsp Bhath pwd
• 2 tbsp Oil
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup rice.

Method: 

Cook rice well and spread it on a plate.

Cut the potatoes in small pieces. 

Heat Oil in pan, add mustard, chana dal, 

urad dal, jeera, hing tumeric, curry leaves, 

and fry for some time next add the potatoes and fry. 

Keep frying in between till done. Next add the boiled Kala Chana.

Add the masala pwd in the oil. Next add salt and mix well, fry for some time till the masala coats well on the veggies.  Add the rice and mix well.

Serve  Aloo Chana Rice hot with raita and papad. 

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Green Beans Carrot Masala

Green Beans Carrot Masala is a wonderful combination of two fresh veggies, making it a colorful and tasty side dish for chapati. Very easy to prepare. The dash of coconut and Amla makes it more delicious. Enjoy!

Green beans are a versatile and nutritious vegetable that hold a special place in South Indian cuisine. Often used in a variety of dishes, they are known for their crisp texture and ability to absorb flavors well. In South Indian cooking, green beans are typically combined with aromatic spices and fresh herbs to create a delicious and wholesome side dish.

Bursting with natural flavors, this vibrant sabzi offers a perfect balance of crunch, tang, and mild sweetness, making it appealing even to picky eaters. Rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and essential antioxidants, it supports strong immunity, healthy digestion, and overall growth in children and adults alike.

Green Beans Carrot Masala Sabzi

Ingredients:
1 cup Green Beans (Hurlikayi)
1 cup Carrots (chopped)
2-3 Tbsp shredded Coconut
2 Tbsp Bhath Powder
1-2 Amla shredded
Salt to taste

Seasoning
1/2 tsp mustard
1/2 tsp jeera
1/2 tsp chana dal
1/2 tsp urad dal
1 Tbsp Oil
Turmeric - a pinch
Hing - a pinch
Curry leaves

Method:
Heat oil in a pan. Add the items in seasoning. Once done, add the chopped vegetables and fry for a few minutes. Add salt. Cover and cook on low flame. Once done, add bhath powder, grated coconut, and amla. Mix well. Serve this sabzi hot with rasam rice or chapati.

Whether served with rice or as a stand-alone dish, green beans are an essential ingredient in South Indian meals, adding both taste and nutrition. Enjoy cooking!

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