Bhuni Arbi
Taro cubes pan-roasted till crisp-edged and soft-centred, a Punjabi winter classic. The kind of homely bhaji that disappears fastest off the thali. Pile beside phulka and a bowl of cooled yogurt.
Ingredients
- Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
- Garam Masala1/2 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Onion1, finely chopped
- Tomato2, chopped
- Green Chili1-2, slit
- Cumin Seeds1 tsp
- Coriander Powder1 tsp
- Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
- Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
- Green Peas1 cup
- Lemon1
- Red Chili Powder1 tsp
- Roasted Cumin1 tsp
- Taro (Arbi)300 g, boiled and peeled
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Dice the taro (arbi) uniformly, toss with a pinch of salt and let it sit while the masala comes together.
- 2
Soften the onions in oil over a medium flame with a little salt until translucent and sweet.
- 3
Stir in ginger garlic paste and green chili; after a minute add the ground spices with a splash of water so they don't scorch.
- 4
Fold in the taro (arbi) with the green peas, sprinkle in a tablespoon of water, cover and steam until just done.
- 5
Uncover, raise the heat for two minutes to dry off any liquid, then shower with cilantro and a squeeze of lemon.
Chef's tip
Resting the finished dish for five minutes off the heat lets the spices settle and deepen.
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