Simple Colocasia (Taro Or Arvi) Vegetable Recipe

Name: Simple Colocasia (Taro Or Arvi) Vegetable
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 inches fresh ginger, chopped; 3 curry leaves, washed and torn; 2 green chilies, slit; 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 tablespoons oil; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 pinch asafoetida powder; 1/4 kg taro root, boiled, peeled and chopped; 3 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped for garnishing; 2 large tomatoes, washed, peeled and chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh yoghurt, beaten

Servings: persons

2 inches fresh ginger, chopped
3 curry leaves, washed and torn
2 green chilies, slit
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 pinch asafoetida powder
1/4 kg taro root, boiled, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped for garnishing
2 large tomatoes, washed, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh yoghurt, beaten

1
Heat oil in a pot.
2
Once hot, add the ginger and stir-fry for a few minutes until the raw smell is gone.
3
Add mustard seeds and allow to sizzle.
4
Once they stop sizzling, add curry leaves , green chillies and asafoetida powder. Stir-fry for a minute or two.
5
Then add the dry spices. Mix and stir fry for a minute.
6
Fold in the tomatoes alongwith 1/4 cup water to allow them to cook until softened.
7
Mix well and cook on low-medium heat for 7 minutes.
8
Then add the yoghurt and mix thoroughly.
9
Allow to cook for a few minutes.
10
When the oil separates from the masala, add the boiled, peeled and chopped colocasia.
11
Mix well to coat the colocasia in the masala.
12
Cook on low heat for 8 minutes.
13
Then, garnish with corriander leaves and serve hot with rotis(Indian flatbreads) and a dal curry on the side.
14
Enjoy!

670

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 inches fresh ginger, chopped, 3 curry leaves, washed and torn, 2 green chilies, slit, 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, and more.

Yes, Simple Colocasia (Taro Or Arvi) Vegetable falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Simple Colocasia (Taro Or Arvi) Vegetable

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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