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Turnip Curry

Ingredients
 

5 tbsp oil
1 pinch fennel seeds
2 lb turnip, sliced into 1 strip
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 1/4 tsp cumin, ground
1 cup water
1/4 tsp red chile, crushed
2 1/2 tbsp cilantro, chopped




 
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Preparation
 
Heat oil in a large skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Add fennel
seeds & turnip strips. Fry, stirring, for 2 to 4 minutes over medium
heat. Add salt, turmeric & cumin & mix well. Cover & cook gently over
low heat for 10 minutes, the turnip should be soft. Uncover & drain
off any excess oil. Add water, stirring & cook over medium heat for 3
minutes. Remove from heat & sprinkle in the crushed chiles &
cilantro. Serve with rice & bread.

Pranati Sen Gupta, "The Art of Indian Cuisine"

 

 
Servings: 4

 

 

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