Gunda ki Sabzi, Rajasthani Cuisine
A special, seasonal and authentic Rajasthani vegetable recipe is commonly known as `Gunda ki Sabzi`.
|
|
Gunda ki Sabzi is an authentic Rajasthani Cuisine which is prepared with 'Gunda' and is a favorite of many in Rajasthan. They are used to mainly prepare pickles but also prepared as vegetables in meals when they are in season. Fresh Gundas are available during summer season at most of the vegetable markets in Rajasthan. This recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious.
Although Gunda is a very sticky vegetable, its stickiness disappears while cooking on a slow flame for a long time. It can be made in a large amount and kept in the refrigerator. It can be then reheated and consumed within a week. This Rajasthani dry delicacy lasts for several days even without refrigeration and tastes more if consumed a day or few hours after cooking.
Health Benefits of Gunda
Gunda is a kind of wild berry with a very sticky seed inside that needs to be removed. Gunda is also known as "Fragrant Manjack", "Gumberry", "Labeda", "Lasora", "Indian Cherry", "Bird Lime", "Clammy Berries" or "Cordia Dichotoma".
The ripe fruit is full of vitamins and used to help indigestion. The bark and roots are also very effective against cough, cold and various other common ailments connected with indigestion and throat problems. It has anti-diabetic properties and it is used for treatment for delaying effects of aging on skin.
Ingredients:
Gunda - 15 to 20
Water - 1 cup
For Stuffing:
Raw Mango - 1/2 cup, grated
Green Chilli - 2 to 3, chopped
Split Mustard Seeds - 1 tbsp
Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
Red Chilli Powder - 2 tsp
Coriander Powder - 1 tsp
Roasted Cumin Seed Powder - 1 tsp
Salt to taste
For Tempering:
Oil - 1 tbsp
Mustard Seeds - 1/4 tsp
Cumin Seeds - 1/4 tsp
Fenugreek Seeds - 1/4 tsp
Pinch of Asafoetida
Method:
1. Heat the water in a deep saucepan.
2. Add Gunda and cook till soft.
3. Drain and wash under cold water.
4. Then, take out the seed from it with the help of knife.
5. Now for the stuffing, add raw mango, green chilli, split mustard seeds, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, roasted cumin seed powder and salt. Mix well in a bowl.
6. Stuff this masala into Gunda.
7. Now, heat the oil in a pan.
8. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds and fenugreek seeds.
9. After they crackle, add pinch of asafoetida and add stuffed Gunda and sauté it slowly and cook for 1-2 minutes.
10. Serve hot with Chapati or store in a glass jar and serve as pickle.
(Last Updated on : 06-10-2015)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Recently Updated Articles in Indian Food
|
|
|
• | Bel Sherbet Bel Sherbet is a popular summer drink made using the pulp of bel fruit, also called wood apple. This fruit has natural cooling properties and also hydrates the body. The presence of vitamin C protects from infections and builds body immunity.
| | • | Sajana Phula Rai Sajana Phula Rai is a spicy dish from Odisha that can be served with rice or chapattis.
| | • | Sambharo Sambharo is traditionally a Gujarati dish which is a quick stir fry made of cabbage and carrots. It is flavoured mildly with chillies and spices. It works as a side dish as well.
| | • | Sev Tameta Nu Shaak Sev Tameta Nu Shaak is a delicious recipe in Gujarati cuisine made from sev cooked in a tangy tomato gravy.
| | • | Kongunadu Cuisine Kongunadu cuisine constitutes the dishes of the region of Kongu situated in western part of Tamil Nadu. Kongunadu cuisine has the natural crops of the Kongu region as its main ingredients.
| | |
|
|
|
|