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Sojana Data Posto recipe | Dry Drumstick and Poppy Seeds Sabzi |
Tarla Dalal
02 April, 2017
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About Sojana Data Posto, Dry Drumstick And Poppy Seeds Subzi
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How to make Sojana Data Posto
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Sojana Data Posto recipe | Dry Drumstick and Poppy Seeds Sabzi |
The Sojana Data Posto, a classic from Bengali cuisine, is a simple yet exquisite dry sabzi that celebrates the unique flavors of drumsticks and poppy seeds (khus-khus). This dish is a perfect example of how a few key ingredients can come together to create a rich, nutty, and incredibly satisfying vegetarian meal. The star of the show is the poppy seed paste, which imparts a creamy texture and a subtle, earthy flavor that beautifully complements the distinct taste of the drumsticks.
The preparation begins by creating the signature posto paste. To do this, poppy seeds are soaked in water for about 15 minutes, allowing them to soften. They are then blended into a smooth, thick paste. This step is crucial, as the paste forms the creamy, flavorful base of the entire dish. At the same time, the drumsticks are prepared by being boiled in salted water until they are tender and soft, a process that takes about 8 to 10 minutes. This pre-cooking step ensures that the drumsticks are cooked perfectly by the time they are added to the final dish.
Once the main ingredients are prepped, the cooking process is straightforward. Oil is heated in a pan, and a tempering of mustard seeds and whole dry Kashmiri red chillies is added to sizzle. This is followed by thinly sliced onions, which are sautéed until they turn translucent and sweet. The prepared poppy seed pasteis then added to the pan and sautéed for just a minute to cook out any raw flavor. This creates a fragrant base for the rest of the spices.
With the base established, the remaining spices are incorporated. Chilli powder, turmeric powder, and saltare mixed into the poppy seed paste, along with a little water. This mixture is cooked for a few minutes, allowing the spices to toast and the flavors to deepen. This step is important to ensure the final dish is well-balanced and the spices are fully bloomed. The consistency of this mixture should be a thick, aromatic paste that will cling to the drumsticks.
Finally, the pre-cooked drumsticks are added to the pan, along with a bit more water. The ingredients are gently mixed together, and the dish is cooked for another 3 minutes. The key is to stir occasionally to ensure the poppy seed mixture evenly coats each piece of drumstick, infusing it with its delicious flavor. This Sojana Data Posto is best served immediately after cooking, as its unique charm lies in its moist texture and rich aroma. Enjoying it with warm rotis or steamed rice makes for a wholesome and delightful Bengali meal.
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Soaking Time
15 minutes
Preparation Time
15 Mins
Cooking Time
21 Mins
Baking Time
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Baking Temperature
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Sprouting Time
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Total Time
36 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
for Sojana Data Posto
2 tbsp poppy seeds (khus-khus)
2 cups drumsticks (saijan ki phalli / saragavo) , cut into 50 mm (2?) long pieces
2 tsp oil
2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
3 whole dry Kashmiri red chilli , broken into pieces
3/4 cup thinly sliced onions
1 tsp chilli powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
salt to taste
Method
for Sojana Data Posto
- Combine the poppy seeds and ¼ cup of water in a small bowl and allow it to soak for 15 minutes. Transfer it to a mixer (along with the water) and blend till smooth. Keep the paste aside.
- Boil enough water and salt in a deep non-stick pan, add the drumsticks and cook on a medium flame for 8 to 10 minutes or till they are soft. Drain well and keep aside.
- Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds, red chillies and onions and sauté on a medium flame for 3 minutes.
- Add the poppy seed paste and sauté on a medium flame for a minute.
- Add the chilli powder, turmeric powder, salt and 2 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring continuously.
- Add the cooked drumstick and ¼ cup of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve Sojana Data Posto immediately.
Sojana Data Posto, Dry Drumstick and Poppy Seeds Subzi recipe with step by step photos
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Combine the 2 tbsp poppy seeds (khus-khus) and ¼ cup of water in a small bowl and allow it to soak for 15 minutes. Transfer it to a mixer (along with the water) and blend till smooth. Keep the paste aside
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Boil enough water and salt in a deep non-stick pan, add the 2 cups drumsticks (saijan ki phalli / saragavo) , cut into 50 mm (2?) long pieces and cook on a medium flame for 8 to 10 minutes or till they are soft. Drain well and keep aside.
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Heat the 2 tsp oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the 2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson), 3 whole dry Kashmiri red chilli , broken into pieces and 3/4 cup thinly sliced onions and sauté on a medium flame for 3 minutes.
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Add the poppy seed paste and sauté on a medium flame for a minute.
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Add the 1 tsp chilli powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi), salt to taste and 2 tbsp of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring continuously.
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Add the cooked drumstick and ¼ cup of water, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
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Serve Sojana Data Posto, Dry Drumstick and Poppy Seeds Subzi immediately
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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 43 cal |
| Protein | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.4 g |
| Fiber | 3.4 g |
| Fat | 2.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0.4 mg |
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saee
Nov. 3, 2011, 10 a.m.
my favourite vegetable is drumstick.. i love this recipe.. it taste great and gives a nice creamy mouth feel.. because of the poppy seeds..
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