Hari Dhania Ki Sabzi | Fresh Coriander leaves Curry | Side dish for Flat breads| Gluten Free and Vegan Recipe

Hi Supermoms,

Cilantro or Coriander  leaves are rich in anti -oxidants and is a rich source of minerals like potassium, calcium,manganese, iron and magnesium. These herbs are also low in calories and the oil from these herbs have many healing and anti-septic properties.  In Indian Cooking, this herb is always used as the final garnish.  In this recipe 'Hari Dhania Ki Sabzi' , fresh coriander is cooked along with gram flour/besan that makes the dish more wholesome.  It is a healthy, gluten free and vegan side dish for roti or rice. Next time when you buy a fresh bunch of cilantro, do try this tasty and healthy dish.

Hari Dhania Ki Sabzi ( Fresh Coriander leaves Dry Curry):

Preparation time : 5 minutes

Cooking time : 15 minutes 

Serves : 2

1 cup = 250 ml cup

Ingredients :

1 small bunch of cilantro OR 1 cup cilantro ( washed and finely chopped)

2 tablespoons gram flour/besan

1 potato ( boiled and mashed, optional)

1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder

salt to taste

To temper :

2 teaspoons sesame oil

1-2 green chillies ( finely chopped)

1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds/jeera

pinch of asafoetida

Method :

1. Heat a medium size pan with oil and temper with mustard seeds, cumin seeds and asafoetida.

2. Add the gram flour, turmeric powder and roast it over low flame for 5 minutes over low flame  till it turns fragrant.

3. Add the coriander leaves and potatoes ( if using ), salt  , cover and cook for another 4-5 minutes. 

Your simple and refreshing Hari Dhania Ki sabzi is ready.

Chef Tip :

You can sprinkle water while cooking if the sabzi is too dry. Use fresh cilantro leaves for the authentic taste.

A delicious accompaniment to rotis/phulkas/chapathi or rice.

Happy Cooking!

With love,

Masterchefmom

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