🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Toor Plantain Yakhni

Name: Toor Plantain Yakhni
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 250 g, chopped Plantain

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Vadodara cooking — Toor Plantain Yakhni brings a toor touch with a classic yakhni finish. About 50 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 25 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Plantain250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Yarkandi Pulao | Chicken Yakhani Pulav | Pulao Recipe | Yakhni Pulao | Smart Cooking By Atithi · on YouTube