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मम्मी की स्पेशल मूली की सब्ज़ी | Mooli Ke Patte Ki Sabzi | Ghar Ka Khaana | Lunch/Dinner Kunal Kapur

Chef Kunal Kapur Snacks & Street Food 40 Mins 4 Servings 277.5K views Feb 23, 2024
Ghar ka khana series mein aaj aai hai ek amazing si 'Mooli ki Sabji'. Your thoughts about mooli/Radish will definitely change and you'll love this recipe. Made with Radish and its leaves, this sabji is simple yet full of flavors. Serve it hot with your choice of Chapati or Parantha and your meal is set!

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

  • Radish, medium (मूली) - 4 nos
  • Red Radish, optional (लाल मूली) - 2-3 nos
  • Radish Leaves, chopped (मूली पत्ता) - 2 cups
  • Mustard Oil (सरसों तेल) - ¼ cup
  • Heeng (हींग) - ½ tsp
  • Ajwain (अजवाइन) - ½ tsp
  • Green Chilli, slit (हरि मिर्च) - 2 nos
  • Salt (नमक) - to taste
  • Turmeric (हल्दी) - ½ tsp
  • Red Chilli Powder (मिर्ची पाउडर) - 1 tsp
  • Chaat Masala (चाट मसाला) - 1½ tsp

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. 1
    Wash and peel the radishes. Cut them into dices.
  2. 2
    Heat mustard oil in a pan. Add heeng and ajwain. Let them splutter.
  3. 3
    Add slit green chillies and diced radish to the pan—season with salt, turmeric, and red chilli powder. Sauté them for a minute.
  4. 4
    Now, add the chopped radish leaves to the pan. Stir well. Mix everything thoroughly.
  5. 5
    Cover the pan and cook the sabzi on low to medium heat for about 10-12 minutes or until the radishes are tender. Sprinkle some chaat masala.
  6. 6
    Once the radishes are cooked, remove the lid and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes to let any excess moisture evaporate.
  7. 7
    Serve hot Mooli Ki Sabzi with roti or paratha. Enjoy your nutritious and flavorful dish!

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

For ultra-crispy snacks and street-food pakoras, add 1 tablespoon of rice flour or hot oil to the gram flour (besan) batter. Fry in oil maintained at medium-high heat—never overcrowd the kadhai to keep the temperature consistent.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover मम्मी की स्पेशल मूली की सब्ज़ी?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.