Delicious Turnip Stir-Fry Recipe (South Indian Style)
35 minutes
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About Delicious Turnip Stir-Fry Recipe (South Indian Style)
Discover this flavorful South Indian-inspired turnip stir-fry! Inspired by a trip to Ooty, where I first encountered this versatile root vegetable, this recipe is a testament to the delicious possibilities of turnip. Its slightly sweet and earthy flavor shines in this easy-to-make dish.Unlike some vegetables, turnip requires a bit more cooking time, similar to potatoes. But the result is well worth the effort! The stir-fry is incredibly satisfying and pairs beautifully with steamed rice, chapathi, or parathas.This recipe is a great way to introduce turnip into your diet or simply add a unique twist to your everyday meals. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet extraordinary dish!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total35 minutes
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 250 gm Turnip
- 1 Onion
- 1 Tomato
- 1 sprig Curry Leaves
Spices & Aromatics
- 2 tbsp Coconut grated
- 1 inch Ginger peeled
- 3 clove Garlic
- 0.5 tsp Peppercorn black
- 0.5 tsp Sambar Powder available in most indian grocery stores
- 0.25 tsp Turmeric
- 0.25 tsp Mustard Seed
- 0.25 tsp Gram black, split, urad dal
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and roughly chop the onion, turnip, and tomato into medium-sized pieces.
Sauté Aromatics
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan or kadai. Add the chopped onion, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Toast Coconut & Peppercorns
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil. Add the grated coconut and peppercorns. Cook until fragrant, then remove and set aside.
Blend the Aromatics
- Combine the sautéed onion mixture and the coconut mixture. Blend to a smooth paste using a little water.
Temper the Spices
- Heat oil in a clean pan or kadai. Add mustard seeds and split black gram. Once they splutter, add curry leaves.
Cook the Turnip
- Add the chopped turnip and salt to the pan. Stir in the turmeric powder and sambar powder. Cook until the turnip is slightly softened.
Add the Blended Paste
- Stir in the ground masala paste and cook until fragrant.
Simmer & Cook
- Pour in two cups of water. Cover and cook until the turnip is almost tender.
Finish the Dish
- Add the chopped tomatoes. Cover and continue cooking until the turnip is fully cooked and tender. Remove the lid and cook on medium heat until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serve
- Serve hot with chapathi, rice, or parathas.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Turnip Stir-Fry
- For a richer flavor, use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.
- Adjust the amount of spice powders to your preference. Start with less and add more to taste.
- If you don't have sambar powder, you can substitute with a combination of other spices like coriander powder, cumin powder, and chili powder.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 44kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 36mgPotassium: 188mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 105IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
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This looks so good! Appreciate the share.
I’m in love with this recipe already!
Absolutely delicious! Can’t wait to try it.