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Capsicum Masala | Capsicum Curry

Capsicum Masala is a non-spicy, rich& delicious gravy made by simmering capsicum in a cashew nut, tomato & onion puree along with spices. Capsicum Masala is less adored for its taste and hence a must try at home. Capsicum Masala tastes best with roti, chapathi and white based rice meal like pulao, jeera rice, ghee rice, etc.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings2 people
AuthorSharmilee J

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup capsicum (cubed)
  • 1/4 cup big onion (cubed)
  • 2 medium sized tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoon cashews broken
  • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kasoori methi
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar optional

To temper:

  • 1 heaped teaspoon crushed garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon jeera
  • 2 teaspoon oil

Instructions

  • Soak cashews in hot water for few mins, then grind it to a fine paste.
  • Puree tomatoes and set  aside.
  • In a pan heat oil add capsicum and onion saute for 2mins,set aside.
  • In the same pan add crushed garlic and jeera, let it crackle and saute for a minute. Then add tomato puree.
  • Add red chilli powder, coriander and garam masala powders. Let it boil in low flame until raw smell leaves.
  • It will take at least 10-12mins for the raw smell to leave. Once raw smell leaves and the mixture is thick add salt and cashew paste.
  • Dilute with little water and let the gravy boil. Add sugar.
  • Finally add onion capsicum, cook for 2mins. Garnish with kasoori methi and switch off. Relish Capsicum Gravy with rice meal or roti!

Notes

  • If you like you can even add a tablespoon of fresh cream at the last stage.
  • I used color capsicum.
Nutrition Facts
Capsicum Masala | Capsicum Curry
Amount Per Serving (75 g)
Calories 141 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Sodium 30mg1%
Potassium 503mg14%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 2499IU50%
Vitamin C 66mg80%
Calcium 40mg4%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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