Spicy Cabbage Fried Rice with Indian Masala
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About Spicy Cabbage Fried Rice with Indian Masala
This vibrant Indian Spice Cabbage Masala Fried Rice is a delicious fusion of classic Lemon Rice and Puliogere Rice, creating a unique and flavorful dish. The star is the perfectly sautéed cabbage, tossed with fluffy rice and a homemade spice blend for an unforgettable aroma and taste.My innovative recipe uses freshly ground spices for maximum flavor depth. It's a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, enjoyed on its own or paired with cooling raita or zesty green chutney for an extra zing.Get ready to experience a burst of Indian spices in every bite! This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for those looking for a healthy and flavorful vegetarian meal.
Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook40 minutes
Total55 minutes
Ingredients
For the Spice Powder
- 4.5 Chili adjust to your spice preference, dried, red
- 2 tbsp Coriander Seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/8 tsp Fenugreek Seeds also known as methi dana
- 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds also known as rai
- 1 tbsp Gram also known as urad dal, black, split
- 1 tbsp Chickpea also known as chana dal, split
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds white
- 2 tbsp Coconut grated
For the Cabbage
- 2 tsp Refined Oil or olive oil or any cooking oil
- 1 pinch Asafoetida also known as hing
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 3 cup Cabbage shredded
- 1/2 cup Tomato chopped
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder also known as haldi
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder adjust to taste, red
- 1 tsp Salt to taste
For the Tempering
- 2 tbsp Refined Oil or olive oil or any cooking oil
- 3/4 tsp Mustard Seeds also known as rai
- 1 tbsp Chickpea also known as chana dal, roasted, split
- 1 tbsp Peanut also known as groundnuts
- 1 tsp Curry Powder or 1 sprig of fresh curry leaves
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder also known as haldi
- 1 knob Ginger finely chopped or 1/2 tsp ground
- 2 Chili green, slit
- 1.5 tsp Salt to taste
Other Ingredients
- 3 cup Rice cooked
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh
Instructions
Prepare the Spice Powder
- Dry roast red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and mustard seeds in a pan over low heat for 5 minutes. Add urad dal and chana dal; roast until light golden. Stir in sesame seeds and grated coconut; roast until golden brown. Cool completely, then coarsely grind in a blender.
Cook the Cabbage
- Heat oil in a pan. Add asafoetida and cumin seeds; sauté until fragrant. Add cabbage and tomatoes, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Cover and cook over low-medium heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove lid and sauté for 5-7 minutes to evaporate excess water.
Prepare the Tempering and Assemble
- Heat oil in a separate pan. Add mustard seeds; sauté until they splutter. Add roasted chana dal, peanuts, curry powder, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked rice and cabbage to the tempering. Stir in 2 tbsp of the prepared spice powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until well combined.
- Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice. Cover and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve
- Serve hot, optionally with yogurt or raita.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a deeper flavor, toast the spices for a bit longer.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the spiciness level.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or carrots.
- If you don't have fresh curry leaves, you can use 1 teaspoon of curry powder instead.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 625kcalCarbohydrates: 93gProtein: 13gFat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 13.8gSodium: 3420mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6g
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Such a perfect dish! Thank you.
Such a delicious dish! Thank you.
Such a beautiful dish! Can’t wait to try it.
I’m excited to try this recipe!