VEGETABLE JALFREZI / EASY VEG JALFREZI RECIPE - Cook with Smile (2024)

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VEGETABLE JALFREZI / EASY VEG JALFREZI RECIPE - Cook with Smile (1)

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Today i have for you all a popular restaurant style vegetarian side dish -” Vegetable Jalfrezi” . Making restaurant style veg Jalfreziat home is not difficult at all. Do try this simple semi dry side dish once .. i am sure you will love it ….Its delicious, colorful crunchy and very tasty …

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It is believed that Jalfrezi was originated in Kolkatta as the word Jalfrezi is the colloquial Bengali word “jhalphrize” : in Bengali, Jhal – means spicy food; in Urdu/Persian, parhezi means suitable for a diet.Vegetable Jalfrezi is basically assorted veggies sauted in a spicy Indianised tomato base sauce . You can use your choice of veggies in your prefered quantity or make just using some paneer . The spicy , tangy and spicy curry is just lip smacking . That’s the reason .. this jalfrezi is not just popular in India .. but worlwide too . Jalfrezi is a good option to use as a filling for kathi rolls too . So are you ready to quickly jot down this yummy recipe of Restaurant style Veg Jalfrezi . .make it for your family and enjoy with your choice of bread or peas pulao or jeera rice …Here you go.. .

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Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 4-5 cups mixed vegetables like Potato ,carrot, baby corn, beans, cauliflower,peas etc, cut length wise
  • 1/2 cup paneer, cut length wise ( Optional )
  • 1 medium size capsicum, sliced
  • 2 medium size Onions, sliced
  • 3 big Tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 Green Chilli, slit
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2-3 tbsp Oil
  • 1 no Bay leaf / Tej patta
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds / jeera
  • 1 tbsp Tomato ketchup
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder / haldi
  • 1 tsp Red chilli powder, (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp Coriander powder/ Dhania powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garam Masala powder
  • 1 tsp Kasuri Methi /dried fenugreek leaves
  • 4 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Clean , Wash and cut all veggies as shown in Pic . Keep aside .

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  • Blanch the cut veggies in hot water for 8-10 mins to speeden the cooking process . This step is optional .. but i would advice

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  • Cut paneer length wise ad place in warm water till ready to use . This will make paneer soft

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  • Later , drain water and shallow fry paneer cubes on medium flame till golden brown, remove it on a paper towel and keep aside.

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  • Take a big kadai / pan . Add oil .When its hot add bay leaf and jeera .

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  • When jeera splutters .. add sliced onion . Saute till onions turn translucent and raw smell goes . Add ginger garlic paste and green chilli and stir for a min .

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  • Next add tomato puree . Add some salt and saute till tomato starts leaving oil

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  • When the tomatoes puree has changes color and started leaving oil .. add capsicum and tomato ketchup . Fry for a min .

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  • Time to add all the spice powders .. add 1-1 .. ie turmeric , salt , red chilli powder , coriander powder , kasoori methi and garam masala powder . Saute and combine everything well . Add 2-3 tbsp water .

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  • Now add all blanched veggies and toss it on medium flame and mix it well. Cook covered for few mins so that veggies are well cooked .

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  • When the veggies are 80 percent cooked .. add roasted paneer ..mix and continue cooking for another 4-5 mins so that paneer takes in flavors .

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  • Finally garnish with coriander leaves and veg jalfrezi is ready to serve ...Enjoy it with phulka / chapathi / naan / make a kati roll etc ...

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Notes

  • You can use any vegetables as you prefer and as per your choice of quantity .
  • Cut the veggies lungth wise only and don't over cook them . It is supposed to be little crunchy
  • Dont skip capsicum and tomtao ketchup . they give a unique taste and flavor .

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11 Comments

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    Raksha Kamat

    March 9, 2017 at 5:04 pm

    lovely recipe

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    Shruthi

    March 15, 2017 at 3:02 am

    Very delicious! Must try 🙂

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    Lakshmi

    January 30, 2018 at 7:24 am

    Very nice

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    Sumita Ganguly

    April 2, 2018 at 11:12 am

    I cooked in Ghee and added whole garam masala and some julienned Ginger…added a little scraping of Jaiphal. No Onions as we prepare this pure veg (ie. no Onion n Garlic). Rest of the masalas remain same. In the end added Cream or you can add coconut milk. Gives you a silky melty texture. 🙂

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    Benazer Noor

    January 3, 2019 at 4:48 am

    your recipe is awesome I follow you all recipe good work. keep it up.

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    Rosita

    January 16, 2019 at 7:46 pm

    Tried the recipie its very good

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    BHUSHAN JADHAV

    January 26, 2019 at 1:41 pm

    NICE SORT & SIMPLE RECIPE

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    CS

    April 22, 2019 at 8:33 am

    Many thanks for this recipe! I made it with the following vegetables: zucchini, capsium, carrots, onions, tomatoes, and it turned it well.

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    Ruchika

    February 18, 2020 at 11:22 pm

    I tried this receipe. The dish was delicious and i served this dish to my friends. They also liked it. Thanks for receipe.

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      Smitha Kalluraya

      April 13, 2020 at 3:57 pm

      so glad to hear …welcome

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    Winnie

    June 30, 2020 at 7:08 pm

    Tried this recipe. Turned out so delicious, colourful and crunchy. Adding tomato ketchup does give a unique taste. Loved it.

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    FAQs

    What is vegetable jalfrezi made of? ›

    Jalfrezi is typically made from green peppers, onions, and tomatoes. Additional ingredients include spices like paprika and coriander. Vegetables or meat are then stir-fried into the mix. Jalfrezi is often served alongside pulao.

    What is Jalfrezi sauce made of? ›

    A tomato based sauce with peppers, coconut and coriander.

    What does Jalfrezi taste of? ›

    Jalfrezi Curry Medium/Hot.

    A distinctive and versatile curry with savoury tastes from cumin, curry leaves and fenugreek (methi). Onions and Green chillies are the basis for this dish, it can range from very warm to extra hot, and depending on how many chillies you add.

    Is Jalfrezi healthy? ›

    Dietitian Daisy Mercer, on behalf of nutritional app MyFitnessPal, also agreed with Abbie about vegetable curries and chicken jalfrezi being healthier options. Daisy said: "Chicken jalfrezi is a low-calorie Indian curry as it's packed with peppers and chilis.

    What does Jalfrezi mean in English? ›

    jalfrezi in British English

    (ˌdʒælˈfreɪzɪ ) noun. a medium-hot curry made with green chillies.

    What is the closest curry to Jalfrezi? ›

    The Karahi curry is a spicy dish and is a particular favourite in Northern India and Pakistan. It is related to the Balti and Jalfrezi as all of them are stir fried dishes. A Karahi is actually the name for a type of Indian iron round bottomed wok in the same way that a Balti is a flat bottomed metal dish too.

    Is Jalfrezi Indian or Pakistani? ›

    Though the dish originated in undivided India it became popular in the UK. It is said that this is one of the most popular dishes in the British Indian Restaurants in UK. This dish, like the Chicken Tikka Masala has been westernized in a lot of restaurants.

    Which is better vindaloo or Jalfrezi? ›

    Jalfrezi and vindaloo are both hot, thick curries that are packed with spicy flavor. However, jalfrezi often has green chili and bell pepper added for a fresh, slightly sweet addition. Vindaloo has a spicier depth of flavor and is cooked by simmering in the sauce, rather than stir-frying.

    How do you thicken Jalfrezi sauce? ›

    6 ways on how to thicken your curry sauce
    1. Reduction: One of the most common methods to thicken a curry sauce is by reducing it. ...
    2. Roux: A roux is a classic French technique that works wonders in thickening curry sauces. ...
    3. Cornstarch slurry: ...
    4. Coconut milk or cream: ...
    5. Yoghurt or heavy cream: ...
    6. Pureed vegetables:
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    What is the difference between Jalfrezi and Tikka Masala? ›

    A lot of people think Chicken tikka masala and Butter Chicken and Chicken Jalfrezi are same but in fact they are not. While tikka masala is on the spicier side, is made with boneless chicken and has a chunky sauce due to the usage of chopped onions.

    Does Jalfrezi contain turmeric? ›

    Water, Rapeseed Oil, Ground Spices (19%) (Coriander (7%), Paprika, Turmeric, Cumin (2%), Spices, Fenugreek, Fennel, Red Chilli), Salt, Desiccated Coconut (4%), Maize Flour, Acids (Acetic Acid, Citric Acid), Tamarind, Garlic Powder.

    What is the most unhealthy curry? ›

    1. Chicken tikka masala. It's a staple in any Indian takeaway order in Britain, but chicken tikka masala is actually the most unhealthy curry out there, according to Daisy. It typically uses double cream or full-fat yoghurt to thicken the sauce, meaning it contains as much fat as two McDonald's cheeseburgers.

    What is the healthiest dish at an Indian restaurant? ›

    Dishes like daal (lentil curry), chana masala (chickpea curry), and rajma (kidney bean curry) are excellent vegetarian options that provide essential nutrients while keeping calorie counts reasonable.

    What is the healthiest curry in the world? ›

    The healthiest Indian curry options are low in calories and saturated fats, such as tandoori chicken curry, chana masala, palak paneer, and daal. By choosing these healthier options, you can enjoy the delicious flavors of Indian curry while also reaping the health benefits.

    What is the difference between Jalfrezi and tikka masala? ›

    A lot of people think Chicken tikka masala and Butter Chicken and Chicken Jalfrezi are same but in fact they are not. While tikka masala is on the spicier side, is made with boneless chicken and has a chunky sauce due to the usage of chopped onions.

    What curry is hotter Madras or Jalfrezi? ›

    The Jalfrezi is hands-down the hottest curry on this list, as it's surprisingly become more popular than the Madras in recent years. You can enjoy this delicious blend of spices with meat or vegetables, but the use of bell peppers and green chillies means it's certainly not for the faint-hearted.

    Is Jalfrezi a real Indian dish? ›

    It is a stir-fried dish that was invented by the Indian-Bangla cooks, as a means to use-up the left over roast chicken. To revive the dry roast chicken, it would be stir-fried with tomatoes, veggies and spices. This new dish gained its identity as Chicken Jalfrezi, meaning a “Spicy Chicken stir-fry”.

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