Mooli paratha is a dish most of us has eaten growing up in North India. However, there is an easier way to enjoy radish recipes without adding so much ghee or oil to it to make tawa parathas. Indian radish curry or mooli ki sabzi is an easy curry you can make. Serve this simple curry with traditional recipes like makki ki roti and jowar roti. You can also add chopped radish greens or mooli ke patte to make it healthier.
Mooli ke parathe, mooli bhurji, mooli muthias or mooli ka raita are other great recipes you can make for everyday meals. You can also cook it in south Indian tadka to make a poriyal.This was inspired by my radish beet poriyal recipe on this site, and pairs well with this ragi roti recipe.
Ingredients
- radish
- fresh radish leaves
- oil
- mustard seeds
- ginger
- turmeric powder
- chopped green chillies or red chili powder
- garam masala powder
- salt
- lemon juice at end
See recipe card for quantities.
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Instructions
Heat mustard oil in a pan and a mustard seeds, ginger and green chilies optionally. You can also optionally add cumin seeds.
Add chopped radishes and sprinkle salt on top. .
Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes on low flame.
Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder , garam masala powder .
Now, add chopped greens on it.Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes on low flame.
Mix well. Serve radish curry after pouring a teaspoon of lemon juice on top.
Hint: Always wash the radishes well. Adding lemon juice on the curry will increase vitamin C in your diet.
healthy Mooli sabzi | Indian radish curry recipe
Equipment
- pan
- Food processor optional
Ingredients
- 3 cups raddish 2 medium radish
- 2 cups radish leaves
- 2 tbsp. mustard oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2 tbsp. ginger grated
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon green chilies
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- salt as per taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice on top
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan and add teaspoon of mustard seeds, ginger and green chilies optionally.
- Add chopped radishes and sprinkle salt on top. cover and cook for 8-10 minutes on low flame
- Add the spices,add chopped greens on it and cook for 8-10 minutes on low flame
- Garnish with lemon juice and serve warm
Substitutions and Variations
- You can also cook kohlrabi or navalkol in the similar fashion for a perfect lunch.
- Spicy - add chili pepper flakes while cooking to imbue heat into the dish.
- Deluxe - add crispy onions to this recipe to make it yummier.
- Kid friendly - add some potatoes if they find it less appealing. aloo mooli ki sabzi is an easy way to get them eat different vegetables they may not want to try.
Storage
Store them in a fridge for 3-4 days. You can also freeze this radish recipe for later.
FAQ
Radishes are high in vitamins and minerals, low in calories, and have cancer-fighting properties and a low glycemic index. Radish leaves are rich in magnesium, Vitamin C and K. Reduce memory loss and protect the lung tissues against oxidative stress and damage. They have high water content.
Top tip
Always wash and peel your veggies.
Conclusion: Mooli ki sabzi is an easy radish curry which can be eaten with flatbread or paired with dal fry for a yummy everyday meal.
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