Pyaaz Ki Sabzi

Pyaaz Ki Sabzi - Vidya Pai

Ingredients:Shallots (baby onions) ..... 1 bowl
Tomato puree .................. 2 tbsps.
Besan .............................. 1 & 1/2 tsp..
Asafoetida ..................... a pinch
Turmeric powder ......... 1/4 tsp.
Cumin powder .............. 1/2 tsp.
Coriander powder ......... 1/2 tsp
Star anise ................. 1
Black cardamom ...... 1
Saunf .............. 1 tsp.
Cumin seeds .... 1/4 tsp.

Methi seeds ..... 1/4 tsp. (fenugreek)
Cloves ............. 3-4
Cinnamon ...... 1 inch piece.
Salt
Oil
Method:

1. Peel the shallots, sprinkle salt and set aside for 1 hour.

2. Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the shallots.(about 4-5 minutes)
3. Dry roast the besan. Crush the spices a bit in the mortar and pestle.

4. In a pan take a little oil and add the asafoetida and crushed dry spices.
5. When they leave an aroma, add the shallots and saute for a minute. Then add the tomato pulp and the dry masalas.

6. Mix well and add the roasted besan and stir until blended.

7. Add a cup of water and simmer for a few minutes.
Garnish and serve.