Broccoli Besan Curry

A twist on the usual besan curries!

We all love Bell pepper (Capsicum) with besan curry. It is not only popular in the north of India but in the south as well. Quite a few vegetables are used to make this dish. Most popular are eggplant, spinach, arvi leaves, tindora, etc. I thought I could try using broccoli to make a similar dish, and turns out it tastes good.

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Serves 3-4 people.

Ingredients:

• 1 large broccoli head

• 1/2 cup besan (chickpea flour)

• 1/2 tsp crushed ajwain (carom seeds)

• 1/2 tsp chaat masala (optional, can use if eating with rotis)

• 1-2 tbsp oil

• 1/2 tsp red chili powder

• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

• salt to taste

Method:

1. Wash and chop broccoli into small pieces.

2. Heat oil in a pan. Add ajwain and turmeric powder.

3. Add broccoli and stir well.

4. When the vegetable is starting to soften, add besan, red chili powder, and salt.

5. Stir and keep it covered until fully cooked. Turn off the stove.

6. Add chopped cilantro and mix well.

7. Serve with rotis or rice.