Description
A hearty and flavorful Mixed Vegetable Curry packed with a variety of seasonal vegetables simmered in a rich, spiced sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
Spices and Aromatics:
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
Liquids and Additions:
- 1 can coconut milk (400ml) or 2 cups tomato puree
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (coconut or vegetable oil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables: Wash, peel, and dice all vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Heat Oil: In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Stir in onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until golden brown.
- Add Spices: Mix in curry powder, turmeric, coriander powder, and garam masala. Stir well for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Build the Base: Pour in tomato puree or coconut milk. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook Vegetables: Add firmer vegetables first (potatoes, carrots), then softer ones (bell peppers, peas). Pour in vegetable broth.
- Simmer and Season: Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Adjust salt and pepper.
- Serve and Garnish: Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with rice or naan.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Substitutions: Use any seasonal vegetables you prefer.
- Customization: Add protein like chickpeas, tofu, or paneer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian, Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Mixed Vegetable Curry, Spiced Curry, Easy Curry Recipe, Healthy Vegetable Curry