turnip masalaThis is a spicy turnip curry with traditional Indian spices and can be served as a main course with rice and naan bread.

Ingredients

  • 500g (1.1 lb) Turnips
  • 2 Large Onions
  • 2 Tomatoes
  • 2 Green Chillies
  • 1 tsp Grated Ginger
  • 1 tsp Crushed Garlic
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder
  • ½ tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Butter with a dash of oil to stop it burning
  • 1 Cup Water
  • Bunch Coriander Leaves
  • Salt

Preparation Method

  1. Chop the onions and the green chillies
  2. Heat the butter and
    oil in a large saucepan and add the chopped chillies, garlic and ginger and fry for 1 minute
  3. Add the chopped onions and fry for around 5 minutes until lightly browned
  4. Peel and chop the turnips into small chunks
  5. Chop the tomatoes and add the tomatoes, turmeric, coriander, cumin and salt and fry for around 2 minutes
  6. Add the turnips and mix well
  7. Add the water to cover the vegetables, bring to the boil and reduce the heat
  8. Cover with a lid and simmer for around 30 minutes
  9. Add the sugar, mix well and mash the turnip. The mixture should be relatively dry – if it is still wet continue cooking for a couple of minutes whilst stirring
  10. Garish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with rice and naan bread
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