Carrot Masala

By Praveen Kumar

Ingredients:
Carrots – 1/4 kg, cubed
Tomato – 1, large, chopped
Coriander Leaves – 1 tblsp, chopped
Mint – 1 tsp, chopped
Oil or Ghee – 2 tblsp
Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp
Chilli Powder – 1 tsp
Cinnamon Powder – 1 tsp
Flour – 1 tblsp
Salt to taste

Grind to a Paste:
Green Chillies – 3
Ginger – 1/4 inch piece
Coriander Leaves – 1 tblsp
Onion – 1, small
Pepper Powder – 1/2 tsp

Method:
1. Cook carrots with some salt and enough water in a steamer.
2. Heat oil or ghee, add cumin seeds and when done, the ground paste.
3. Fry till oil surfaces.
4. Add chopped tomatoes, chilli powder, half the coriander leaves and mint, stir fry for sometime.
5. Add flour, continue to fry for 1 to 2 minutes more.
6. Add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of water, some more salt if needed.
7. Simmer till gravy is well blended.
8. Just before removing add cinnamon powder and mix thoroughly.
9. Pour into a serving bowl, garnish with the rest of the coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot.

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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