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Masaledar Arbi

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masaledar arbi ki sabzi is a dry sabzi made year round in Rajasthan and Punjab. Learn to make arbi masala ki sukhi sabji.

masaledar arbi ki sabzi is also called arbi fry and there are many ways to make the masala for arbi fry.

A tangy masala mixture of curds, dried mango powder and other spice powders gives this dry, masaledar arbi ki sabzi a tongue-tingling flavour, while milk and cream give it a rich and luscious mouth-feel.

With not a very high calorie count but of substantial amount potassium, arbi is beneficial for the heart in masaledar arbi ki sabzi. Further being low on sodium count, it can be consumed by those with high blood pressure. Fair amounts of vitamin C may help to strengthen the immune system.

Tips for masaledar arbi ki sabzi. 1. The best way to cook arbi is to pressure cook for 2 whistles as cooking on an open flame can take 20 to 25 minutes. 2. The amchur powder adds a super touch to the masala curd mixture. 3. Arbi is easily and cheaply available year round in India.

Garnish this masaledar arbi ki sabzi with loads of coriander and serve it hot.

Enjoy masaledar arbi ki sabzi recipe | arbi fry | arbi masala ki sukhi sabji | healthy Indian colocasia vegetable | with step by step photos.

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Masaledar Arbi recipe - How to make Masaledar Arbi

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     2Makes 2 servings
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Ingredients

For Masaledar Arbi
1 1/2 cups boiled and peeled colocasia (arbi) roundels
1 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste
1/2 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
1 tsp oil
2 tbsp milk
1 tbsp fresh cream
salt to taste

To Be Mixed Into A Masala-curd Mixture
2 tbsp thick curds (dahi)
1 tsp besan (bengal gram flour)
2 tsp chopped coriander (dhania)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/4 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)

For The Garnish
2 tsp chopped coriander (dhania)
Method

For masaledar arbi
    For masaledar arbi
  1. To make masaledar arbi ki sabzi first clean and cook the arbi in a pressure cooker for 2 whistles.
  2. Prepare the masala curd mixture by mixing together curd, besan, coriander, chilli powder, garam masala and amchur powder.
  3. Heat the oil in a non stick pan. Add carom seeds (ajwain) and cook for a few seconds.
  4. Add ginger garlic paste, green chillies and cook for a few seconds.
  5. Add masala curd mixture and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Add cooked arbi, milk, fresh cream, salt and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on medium heat.
  7. Add lemon juice and cook again for 1 minute. Garnish with coriander.
  8. Serve masaledar arbi ki sabzi hot with bajra or jowar roti.

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like masaledar arbi sabzi
  1. like masaledar arbi ki sabzi recipe | arbi fry | arbi masala ki sukhi sabji | healthy Indian colocasia vegetable | then see Rajasthani sabzi recipes and some recipes we love. 

what is masaledar arbi ki sabzi made of ?
  1. what is masaledar arbi ki sabzi made of ? See below image of list of ingredients for masaledar arbi ki sabzi.

what is arbi, taro root or colocasia ?
  1. Botanically speaking, the taro "root" is really a corm, a thickened, underground stem of certain plants, resembling bulbs. The smaller taro, or eddo, is popular in the Indian sub continent.
  2. Benefits of Colocaisa, arbi, taro root: Colocasia, also called taro root is a starchy vegetabl​​​​​​​e with nutty flavour. With not a very high calorie count but substantial amount of potassium, it is beneficial for heart. Further being low on sodium count, it can be consumed by those with high blood pressure. Fair amounts of vitamin C may help to strengthen the immune system. With not very high in carbs and a low in glycemic index together, it may benefit diabetics. However, more research in this field is yet to be initiated.

how to cook arbi
  1. Put the arbi in a deep bowl of water and clean it. There is lots of dirt on the arbi and will require 4 to 5 water changes to clean it.
  2. Arbi is cleaned.
  3. Drain.
  4. Put the cleaned arbi in a pressure cooker and cover with enough water.
  5. Pressure cook for 2 whistles.
  6. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Arbi after cooking.
  7. Drain.
  8. Peel the arbi with your fingers.
  9. Cut arbi ino slices. 

masala curd mixture
  1. In a bowl put 2 tbsp thick curds (dahi).
  2. Add 1 tsp besan (bengal gram flour).
  3. Add 2 tsp chopped coriander (dhania).
  4. Add 1/2 tsp chilli powder.
  5. Add 1/2 tsp garam masala.
  6. Add 1/4 tsp dried mango powder (amchur).
  7. Mix well.
  8. masala curd mixture for masaledar arbi.

making masaledar arbi
  1. To make masaledar arbi ki sabzi recipe | Punjabi sookhi masaledar arbi ki sabji | Ghuiya ki masaledar sabzi | spicy colocasia Indian vegetable | heat 1 tbsp coocnut oil or oil in a broad non-stick pan. Use coconut oil for a healthier diet. 
  2. Add 1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain).
  3. Cook on medium heat for a few seconds.
  4. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste.
  5. Add 1/2 tsp finely chopped green chillies.
  6. Cook on medium heat for a few seconds.
  7. Add the prepared masala curd mixture. 
  8. Cook on medium heat for 1 minute.
  9. Add 1 1/2 cups peeled and cooked colocassia (arbi) slices
  10. Add 2 tbsp milk.
  11. Add 1 tbsp fresh cream.
  12. Add salt to taste. We added 1/4th tsp salt. 
  13. Mix gently. 
  14. Cook masaledar arbi ki sabzi | Punjabimasaledar  sookhi arbi ki sabji | Ghuiya ki masaledar sabzi | on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  15. Add 1/2 tsp lemon juice.
  16. Mix well and cook again on medium heat for 1 minute.
  17. Serve masaledar arbi ki sabzi recipe | arbi fry | arbi masala ki sukhi sabji | healthy Indian colocasia vegetable |  hot garnished with coriander.

tips for masaledar arbi
  1. What to have with Masaledar Arbi ki Sabzi  ? Always confusing what to pair with a healthy dal. Rice or not. Our call is to look for healthy options. If you are having rice, we say take a very small amount of rice and loads of dal. Rice is high in carbs so watch it.  We highly recommend having a bajra roti, jowar roti and whole wheat roti to make a healthy combination. Note that when you combine any dal with any cereal ( bajra, jowar, ragi, whole wheat ) then the protein quality is enhanced.
  2. Masaledar Arbi ki Sabzi  is rich in Folic Acid, Phosphorous, Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, Protein.
    1. Folic Acid : Folic acid is an essential vitamin required throughout pregnancy. 34% of RDA.
    2. Phosphorous : Phosphorous works closely with calcium to build bones. 34% of RDA.
    3. Calcium rich recipes : Calcium  is a mineral that makes bones stay strong. Required from kids to adults. 20% of RDA.
    4. Potassium : Potassium is critical for those with high blood pressure as it lessen the impact of sodium. Eat more avocados, bananas, watermelons, papaya, plums and grapefruits. 14% of RDA.
    5. Magnesium : Magnesium is required for formation of bones and teeth. It helps in the metabolism of calcium and potassium. % of RDA. magnesium rich Indian foods like leafy vegetables (palak, broccoli, kale), pulses ( rajma, chawli, moong ), nuts (walnuts, almonds) , cereals ( jowar, bajra, whole wheat flour, dalia). 12% of RDA.
    6. Protein : Protein is required for the managing the wear and tear of all cells of the body. Have protein rich Indian foods like paneer, curd, Greek yoghurt, tofu, almonds, sprouts, chana, rajma, chick peas, quinoa, buckwheat ). 10% of RDA.


microwave masaledar arbi sabzi
  1. Combine the oil, ginger-garlic paste, green chillies, lemon juice and carom seeds in a microwave-proof bowl and microwave on high for 1 minute.
     
  2. Add the prepared masala, colocassia, milk, cream and salt, mix gently and microwave on high for 9 minutes, while stirring twice in between.
     
  3. Serve hot garnished with coriander.
Accompaniments

Aloo Paratha, How To Make Aloo Paratha 
Besan Paratha, Zero Oil Besan Paratha 
Cauliflower and Paneer Lifafa Paratha 
Lachha Paratha, Punjabi Soft Flaky Lachha Paratha 

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy223 cal
Protein5.4 g
Carbohydrates27.3 g
Fiber1.6 g
Fat9.6 g
Cholesterol4.8 mg
Sodium20.9 mg
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Masaledar Arbi
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 on 13 Dec 17 04:49 PM


very nice recipe.
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Tarla Dalal    Hi, Happy to know you have liked the recipe.. Do give us your feedback.. Happy Cooking!!
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14 Dec 17 04:02 PM
Masaledar Arbi
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 on 21 Apr 16 10:45 PM


What if we don''t want to microwave but make it as a normal one .. Pls share
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Tarla Dalal    Hi Ruchika, If you do not want to cook it in a microwave then you can first pressure cook the arbi and then cook it on a gas range.
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22 Apr 16 11:31 AM
Masaledar Arbi
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 on 10 Apr 16 09:15 PM


The colocassia available needs 15 min of microwave to cook properly . Wouldn''t it be better to boil the colocassia before cooking with the masala.
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Tarla Dalal    Hi Mandeep Singh, We have cooked the entire recipe in a microwave and found our mistake. It cooks in 10 minutes. Do try it again. Thanks for pointing out the issue. Happy cooking
Edited after original posting.
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18 Apr 16 04:11 PM
Masaledar Arbi
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n_katira
 on 11 Sep 13 03:55 PM


Nice, tasty and quick recipe in just 4 minutes...try it out!!
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Masaledar Arbi
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Foodie #508073
 on 11 Jun 11 08:00 AM


recipe turned out very well.but was a little dry. tobe had with chapatis one can add it to the oniontomato mix.
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