Lunch: Gujarati Undhiyo

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Gujarati Undhiyo

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

For the masala sauce
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
3 large cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 small green chiles, seeds removed, flesh chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems, plus extra, for garnish
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon carom seeds*
3 ounces freshly grated coconut, plus extra, for garnish
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons ground roasted peanuts
For the curried vegetables
4 small aubergines ( eggplant), trimmed and cut in half lengthways
Kosher salt, as necessary
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
Pinch asafoetida (Hing)*
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 potato, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 parsnip, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds on the diagonal
8 ounces water
2 handfuls frozen tuvar beans* or broad beans
*Can be found at specialty Asian or Indian markets.

Instructions

This traditional vegetarian Gujarati dish is full of flavour and makes a comforting autumnal dish.
For the masala sauce: Blend the ginger, garlic, green chiles, and lemon juice to a paste in a food processor. Add a splash of water to loosen and bind the mixture. Stir in the cilantro and blend again until the cilantro is well combined, but retains its texture. Add the coriander, cumin, carom, coconut, salt, sugar, and roasted peanuts, and stir well until combined.

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