Brown Gravy Recipe

Name: Brown Gravy Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 x Tomato grated or possibly finely minced; 1 lrg Onion cut in slivers; 1 x Capsicum cut in thin lengths; 1 tsp Garlic grated; 1 tsp Ginger grated; 1 Tbsp. Coriander leaves finely minced; 2 Tbsp. Tamarind water; 1 tsp Wheat flour; 1/2 tsp Red chilli pwdr; 1/4 tsp Turmeric pwdr; 1/2 tsp Dhania, (coriander seed) pwdr; 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds; 3 pch asafoetida Salt to taste; 3 Tbsp. Oil; 2 x Cardamoms; 2 x Cloves; 2 x Peppercorns; 1/2 x Cinnamon stick broken; 1 x Bayleaf; 2 whl red chillies dry

Servings: persons

1 x Tomato grated or possibly finely minced
1 lrg Onion cut in slivers
1 x Capsicum cut in thin lengths
1 tsp Garlic grated
1 tsp Ginger grated
1 Tbsp. Coriander leaves finely minced
2 Tbsp. Tamarind water
1 tsp Wheat flour
1/2 tsp Red chilli pwdr
1/4 tsp Turmeric pwdr
1/2 tsp Dhania, (coriander seed) pwdr
1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
3 pch asafoetida Salt to taste
3 Tbsp. Oil
2 x Cardamoms
2 x Cloves
2 x Peppercorns
1/2 x Cinnamon stick broken
1 x Bayleaf
2 whl red chillies dry

1
Dry roast wheat flour to a light pink, stirring continuously.
2
Keep aside.
3
Heat oil, add in onions, fry until well browned.
4
Drain well by pressing, putting back oil in pan.
5
Cold onions a bit.
6
Grind in mixie.
7
Keep aside.
8
In remaining warm oil, add in cumin seeds allow to splutter.
9
Add in asafoetida, capsicum, ginger, garlic stir fry for a minute.
10
Add in all dry and grnd masalas, flour, stir well.
11
Add in tomatoes, tamarind water, salt, stir.
12
Simmer until gravy is thick and oil starts to separate.
13
Add in prepared veggies and stir, keep cooking for 2 min.
14
Garnish with minced coriander, serve with parathas, rotis, etc.
15
Goes well with: Chunky veggies like boiled baby potatoes with skin, boiled peas, minced stirfried brinjal pcs.
16
(For this, fry brinjals pcs in oil, drain, keep aside, adjust quantity of oil required, and continue by frying the onions.)
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Making time: 30 min
18
Makes: 2 1/2 to 3 c.
19
Shelflife: Refrigerated 2 days

171

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 x Tomato grated or possibly finely minced, 1 lrg Onion cut in slivers, 1 x Capsicum cut in thin lengths, 1 tsp Garlic grated, and more.

Yes, Brown Gravy Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!