Veg Hariyali Indian Mixed Vegetable Curry Carve Your Craving

First of all, I would like to apologize to you! As much as I like and make mixed vegetable curries of all kinds, I have never shared them with you here. So let me make it up starting now. This veg hariyali curry is often on our menu for casual dinner or whenever I am having a get-together. When I made it for Diwali, my friends begged me to record the recipe and post it. This way everyone can enjoy making and eating it.

Not your basic PALAK PANEER.

This lush green gravy is not just the basic palak gravy. I add pudina aka mint and dhaniya aka cilantro to the curry base making it tastier and different from the regular curries. For this recipe, you do not have to blanch spinach. Instead, just mince it finely in a food processor or chop it finely using a knife.

Ingredients to make Veg Hariyali

The base The green gravy base is made of minced spinach, mint, and cilantro leaves as the main ingredients. Green chilies, ginger, and garlic are the basic tastemakers in this recipe. The seasoning A few spices from your Indian spice box and garam masala are all you need to season this Indian curry. Freshly squeezed lemon juice towards the end is a must!

Choice of vegetables

Steps to make this Indian curry.

For the green gravy.

Mince the ginger garlic and green chilies in your food processor.Next add the spinach, mint, and cilantro in increments depending on the size of your food processor.Do not overfill as it may not crush it properly. Crush all of it by pulsing the processor a few times. Keep aside.Chop the onions in your chopper or use a knife.In a wide thick bottom pan, add in mustard oil.Once warm add in chopped onions and saute until translucent. Add in the remaining ingredients like the minced ginger, garlic, spinach, mint mixture.

Sautee it 2-3 times. Now cover and cook for 10 minutes.Uncover and add in the masalas (seasoning), salt, sugar, cashew paste, milk. Cook for 5-6 minutes on medium flame.Now stir in the cream. Mix well.Add a few tablespoons of milk or water to adjust the consistency.Crush kasoori methi between your palms and add it in. Stir well and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. The gravy thickens a bit as it cools down.Switch off the flame and keep it aside.

For pan sautéed veggies

In another pan, use non-stick if frying potatoes.Add in oil. Once warm fry the potatoes until tender on low heat. You can cover and cook to speed up the process.Now add in all veggies, masalas, salt, and water. Cover and steam it for 2 minutes or until the veggies are fork-tender.

How to make cashew paste at home?

Making cashew paste at home is a part of my meal prep. I make it in bulk and freeze it in 2 tablespoons portion size. Follow this easy process below-

Soak 2 cups raw cashew in warm water for 30 minutes and drain. Add the cashews to the blender along with a few tablespoons of water to aid blending. Make a smooth thick paste. Now line a baking pan with parchment. Scoop in 2 two tablespoon cashew paste blobs spacing out. Freeze it for a few hours. Once they firm up transfer them to a freezer-safe ziplock bag. Freeze at all times. Use as needed. So easy and convenient.

What makes it restaurant-style?

I add a combination of cashew paste, milk, and heavy cream to give that restaurant-style flavor to this sabzi. Some roasted kasoori methi towards the end adds fragrance and more taste to it.

Possible substitutes

You may add sauteed vegetables of choice. Refer to the list above.If you want to keep it simple without heavy cream then opt for a combination of coconut milk and coconut cream.Swap cashews with makki ka atta aka yellow cornflour to thicken the gravy.1.5 tablespoons makki atta mixed with 4 tablespoons water to make a thick paste and add it after the greens are cooked well. The gravy will start to thicken. Adjust liquid accordingly.

How to serve Hariyali Mix-Veg?

Like any other Indian curry, serve it with bread like naan, parathas, roti, or enjoy it with steamed rice.

You’ve got to try this curry ASAP!!!

If you are shortlisting mains for hosting a party and looking for Indian curries, do give this green gravy loaded with vegetables a try. I am sure your guests will love it.This curry is a great meal prep recipe and the components can be made at home ahead of time. This homemade curry will save you $$ without slogging and give you immense satisfaction.

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