Vegetable Curry Andhra

Method

1. 1

   Prepare vegetables: Dice 1 potato, 1 carrot, 10 beans, 1 cup cauliflower and half cup green peas into medium pieces.

2. 2

   Make coconut paste: Blend half cup fresh grated coconut, 1 tsp cumin and 4 garlic cloves to a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Fry onions: Heat 3 tbsp oil. Add 1.5 cups finely chopped onions. Cook on medium heat 10 minutes until golden.

4. 4

   Add ginger-garlic and tomatoes: Add 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, then 3 chopped tomatoes. Cook 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Add spice powders: Add 1.5 tsp red chilli powder, 1.5 tsp coriander powder and half tsp turmeric. Fry 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add coconut paste: Add coconut paste. Fry 5 minutes until oil separates.

7. 7

   Add vegetables: Add all vegetables and toss to coat. Fry 3 minutes.

8. 8

   Add water: Add 1.5 cups warm water and salt. Bring to a boil.

9. 9

   Simmer: Cover and cook on medium heat 12-15 minutes until all vegetables are tender.

10. 10

    Serve: Add 1 tsp garam masala. Adjust salt. Andhra vegetable curry is hearty and well-spiced. Serve with rice or roti.