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Diwani Handi Vegetables
The Kitchen
By Jean-Luc Moreau, the Technique desk · United States · 2 min ·

Diwani Handi Vegetables

Diwani Handi is a popular order in many Indian restaurants and I know you will love it, too! Veggies cooked to perfection in a thick, rich and creamy slightly spicy gravy.

Key Ingredients

Sliced onion

Non dairy yogurt

Fenugreek leaves

Raw cashews

Cauliflower florets

Chopped potatoes

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1

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is really hot, add in the cumin seeds and bay leaves and cook until the cumin seeds are very fragrant. Add in your onion and ginger and chili and mix well.

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2

Add in the paprika, ground coriander, and mix well. Then add in your yogurt and the tomato puree and salt and mix well.

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3

Bring to a good boil then add in the water. Mix well and set aside.

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4

In a hot skillet, add in the garlic cloves, fenugreek leaves, and mix. Then cook until the garlic is just starting to turn golden. Then quickly add in the ground cumin and cashews and mix well. Cook until the cashews start to turn golden.

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5

Add in the cauliflower, carrots, potatoes, and vegetables, and salt and mix well. Toss well to coat. Add in the sauce and mix well. Bring it to a boil.

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6

Taste and adjust flavor. Top with cilantro, pepper flakes if you like, and lemon juice, and serve with roti, nan, or rice.

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