Spicy Mushroom Pepper Fry: A Flavorful South Indian Recipe
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About Spicy Mushroom Pepper Fry: A Flavorful South Indian Recipe
Mushrooms are a family favorite, especially for my daughter, so they're a weekly staple! To keep things interesting, I created this Spicy Mushroom Pepper Fry – a vibrant, aromatic dish bursting with flavor. It's become a new household favorite!This South Indian-inspired recipe combines tender mushrooms with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of warming spices for a delicious kick. The perfect balance of heat and savory notes makes it a standout addition to any lunch or dinner.Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, yet incredibly flavorful mushroom dish. It's versatile enough to be served with rice, roti, or naan.
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Prep10 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
Spices
- 2 Chilies dry, red
- 1 tbsp Peppercorns black
- 1 tsp Fennel Seeds also known as saunf
- 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
- 1 tsp Salt to taste
Vegetables & Mushrooms
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 2 strings Curry Leaves
- 2 tbsp Oil vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
Prepare the Spice Blend
- Dry roast the red chilies, peppercorns, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds in a dry pan until fragrant. Allow to cool completely, then grind into a fine powder.
Sauté Aromatics
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan or kadai. Add half of the curry leaves, onions, and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until the onions become translucent.
Add Tomatoes and Mushrooms
- Add the chopped tomatoes and sauté until they soften. Then, add the sliced mushrooms, chili powder, salt, and garam masala. Sauté for a few minutes until the mushrooms release their liquid and slightly brown.
Incorporate Spice Blend
- Stir in the ground spice blend and remaining curry leaves. Cook for another minute or two, until fragrant and well combined.
Serve
- Serve hot with steamed rice, curd rice, roti, or naan.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of mushroom types.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the spice level.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for extra brightness.
- To make this dish ahead, prepare it up to the point of adding the spice blend. Store in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 71kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.4gFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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Absolutely mouthwatering! Thanks for sharing.
This is fantastic! Thank you for sharing.
Yummy let me try
This looks incredible! I need to try it.
This is mouth watering for sure…
Wow, this looks so yum… I love mushrooms too 🙂
Thanks for the inspiration! Looks tasty.
I love mushroom and would try this for sure.