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CHAULAI BHUJIA (INDIAN SPICED SAUTÉED AMARANTH)

CHAULAI BHUJIA

Nutrient information for ½ katori

Energy (Kcal)

Protein (g)

Carbohydrate (g)

Total Fats (g)

97

5

7.3

5

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 amaranth (chaulai) leaves, cleaned and chopped
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 4 small garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 cm piece ginger, crushed
  • 2 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. Thoroughly wash and clean the amaranth leaves (chaulai). 
  2. Peel and finely chop the onion, ginger, and garlic. 
  3. Heat oil in a karahi or pan, add cumin seeds and asafoetida (hing). 
  4. Once they splutter, add the crushed garlic, ginger, and sliced green chillies. Sauté for a few seconds. 
  5. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown. Stir in the chopped leaves and fry on high heat for 1-2 minutes, then add salt. 
  6. Keep it on low flame for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
  7. Serve hot with multigrain roti

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