VEGETABLE COOKING DETAILS
🔸 Common Types of Vegetable Dishes
Dry Veg Sabzi – Cooked with minimal water/oil (e.g., aloo gobi, bhindi fry)
Gravy Veg Curry – With onion-tomato or cream-based sauce (e.g., veg kofta, matar paneer)
Stuffed Vegetables – Stuffed with spices and masala (e.g., bharwa baingan, bharwa capsicum)
Mixed Vegetable – Combination of multiple vegetables in dry or gravy form
Boiled/Steamed Veggies – Light and healthy (e.g., sautéed beans, steamed broccoli)
Vegetable Soups – Clear or creamy veg soups (e.g., tomato soup, sweet corn soup)
🔸 Common Vegetables Used
Potatoes, carrots, beans, peas, cauliflower, cabbage
Brinjal (eggplant), bottle gourd (lauki), ridge gourd (tori)
Bell peppers, tomatoes, spinach, fenugreek, onions, garlic
Seasonal vegetables like pumpkin, turnip, raw banana, beetroot
🔸 Basic Ingredients
Cooking oil/ghee (mustard oil, sunflower, groundnut, etc.)
Cumin seeds, mustard seeds
Onion, garlic, ginger
Tomatoes (for gravy)
Salt, turmeric, red chili powder
Garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder
Green chili, fresh coriander leaves
🔸 Popular Cooking Methods
Stir-fry (Tadka)
Quick cooking in oil with spices
Boiling
For potatoes, carrots, etc., before further cooking
Steaming
Healthy method, preserves nutrition
Pressure Cooking
Saves time for hard vegetables
Sauteing with Masala
Adds deep flavor and taste
For stuffed vegetables or dry dishes
🔸 General Steps to Cook Indian Style Sabzi
Heat Oil in Pan
Add Mustard/Cumin Seeds
Saute Ginger, Garlic, Onions
Add Tomatoes and Cook Till Soft
Add Spices and Mix Well
Add Chopped Vegetables
Cover and Cook Till Tender
Add Water (for gravy) or Cook Dry (for dry sabzi)
Garnish with Coriander Leaves
🔸 Tips for Tasty Veg Dishes
Use fresh, seasonal vegetables
n’t overcook – retain slight crunch and color
Adjust spice level as per taste
Add lemon juice or amchur (dry mango) for tangy flavor
Finish with ghee or butter for richness
