MIRCHI CHI BHAJI / DAL GANDORI

Today sharing a spicy vegetarian curry recipe which is my most favourite and no one can make it like my younger sister and my AAI. My AAI is no more but tried this recipe and want to dedicate this to her. It is very popular in Vidarbha and Khandesh region of Maharashtra. It is known as MIRCHI CHI BHAJI at my native place but in Khandesh region of Maharashtra it is also known as DAL GANDORI. It tastes best when you make it on open mitti ka chulha. But it is not possible for everyone. As we are living in apartments, I have to make it on gas stove. At my native, it is often made for big gatherings and get togethers. It is a healthy recipe as it has lot of veggies in it. This is type of dal which is very easy and simple to make. It tastes best when served with Jowar Bhakri or rice. Try this delicious recipe and drop a comment below in the comment box. 

INGREDIENTS:

1 Cup Ambat Chuka/ Green Sorel

15-20 Green Chillies [see notes]

1 Onion, chopped

2 Green Tomatoes, chopped

2-3 Brinjal/ Vangi, chopped

8-10 Garlic Cloves

½ “Ginger

½ Cup Chana Dal

½ Cup Tuvar/ Toor Dal

½ teaspoon Cumin Seeds

½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder

½ teaspoon Red Chilli Powder

1 teaspoon Garam Masala

1 teaspoon Coriander Powder

Salt as needed

2 tablespoon Sliced Dry Coconut

2 tablespoon Peanuts

4 tablespoon Oil

2 tablespoon chopped Fresh Coriander

METHOD:

STEP 1 – Wash and soak both dals with enough water for 15-20 minutes.

STEP 3 - Wash ambat chuka, green chillies, tomatoes, brinjals and chop it roughly.

STEP 4 - In pressure cooker, add chopped chuka, both the dals, green chillies, chopped green tomatoes, chopped brinjals, sliced coconut, peanuts and enough water.

STEP 5 – Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles. Let it cool completely. Let the pressure release on its own.

STEP 6 - Remove from cooker and mash it with a masher/ wooden ravi.  Add little water to mash it evenly.

STEP 7 – Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them crackle.

STEP 8 – Add chopped onions and roughly crushed ginger and garlic and sauté well for few minutes until raw smell vanishes.

STEP 9 – Then add all spice powders and mix well.

STEP 10 – Add cooked and mashed veggies - green chilli mixture and mix well.

STEP 11 – Then add some more water and adjust the consistency.

STEP 12 – Season it with salt and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Let it boil for 2-3 times.

STEP 13 – Garnish with chopped coriander and mix well. Switch off the flame and serve hot.

Serve hot mirchi chi bhaji with jowar bhakri, onion slices and a lemon wedge and enjoy.   You may serve it with steam rice.

NOTES: *Here I used spicy chillies but you can make it with less spicy ones. 
                   * If you don't find Green Sorrel[ambat chuka], don't worry you can substitute it with spinach/ palak. 

Watch the step by step video recipe here 👇👇

https://youtube.com/shorts/VLUkL3alpgs?feature=share