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BATHUA/ METHI BHUJIA (INDIAN SPICED SAUTEED LAMB’S QUARTERS/ FENUGREEK LEAVES)

BATHUA/ METHI BHUJIA

Nutrient Information for ½ katori

Energy (Kcal)

Protein (g)

Carbohydrate (g)

Total Fats (g)

94

3.8

7.6

4.7

2-3 katoris
25 minutes
  • If you are prescribed 1200 kcal, 1400 kcal, 1600 kcal,1800 kcal, you can consume: 1/2 katori
  • If you are prescribed 2000 Kcal, you can consume: 3/4 katori
  • 1/2 kg lamb’s quarters/ fenugreek leaves (bathua/methi), clean and chopped
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 4 small garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 cm piece ginger, crushed
  • 2 whole green chillies, sliced (optional)
  • 4 tsp mustard oil

Dry Spices

  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • Use minimal amount of salt
  1. Wash and clean the bathua/fenugreek leaves thoroughly. 
  2. Peel the onion, ginger and garlic. Finely chop the onions, crush ginger and garlic. 
  3. Heat oil in a karahi/pan, add cumin seeds, asafoetida and stir for a few seconds. 
  4. Add chopped onions, crushed ginger, garlic and sliced green chillies. Sauté until golden brown.
  5. Add the chopped leaves, fry on high heat for 1-2 minutes, add salt and turmeric. 
  6. Let the mixture simmer for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve hot with multigrain roti.

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