Vegetable Ishtew Recipe

Name: Vegetable Ishtew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, peeled,washed and chopped; 2 medium potatoes, peeled,washed and cut into 1 inch size cubes; 7 -8 French beans, washed and cut into 1 inch long pieces; 2 medium onions, peeled,washed and finely chopped; 14 medium cauliflower, washed and broken into florets; 10 -12 fresh curry leaves, washed and torn; 4 green chilies, washed,stems removed and slit; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 bay leaves; 2 cinnamon sticks (one-inch); 2 star anise; 4 cloves; 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste; 2 cups coconut milk; salt; garam masala powder

Servings: persons

2 medium carrots, peeled,washed and chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled,washed and cut into 1 inch size cubes
7 -8 French beans, washed and cut into 1 inch long pieces
2 medium onions, peeled,washed and finely chopped
14 medium cauliflower, washed and broken into florets
10 -12 fresh curry leaves, washed and torn
4 green chilies, washed,stems removed and slit
2 tablespoons butter
2 bay leaves
2 cinnamon sticks (one-inch)
2 star anise
4 cloves
2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
2 cups coconut milk
salt
garam masala powder

1
Lightly steam all the vegetables.
2
Heat butter in a pan.
3
Add bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, curry leaves, green chillies and onions.
4
Saute for 2 minutes.
5
Add ginger-garlic paste.
6
Stir-fry until the raw smell is gone.
7
Add carrots, potatoes, cauliflower and half of the coconut milk.
8
Cook for 2-3 minutes.
9
Add salt and beans.
10
Cook till the beans are tender.
11
Stir in remaining coconut milk and a pinch of garam masala powder.
12
Remove from heat.
13
Serve hot.

608

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium carrots, peeled,washed and chopped, 2 medium potatoes, peeled,washed and cut into 1 inch size cubes, 7 -8 French beans, washed and cut into 1 inch long pieces, 2 medium onions, peeled,washed and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Ishtew 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!

Vegetable Ishtew

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Variations & substitutions

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