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NUTTY SESAME CAPSICUM MASALA

Capsicum’s Crunchy Love Affair with Sesame

Enjoy the nutty delight of sesame powder blended into a quick, crunchy capsicum stir-fry. This vibrant and aromatic dish brings together the earthy warmth of shah jeera, the tang of amchur, and the spice of red chilli powder. It's an ideal side for rotis or rice and ready in just minutes. The sesame lends a unique texture and taste, making it stand out from regular sabzis. Perfect for healthy, flavorful everyday meals.


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Sesame-coated capsicum stir-fry with shah jeera and curry leaves served hot as a delicious Indian side dish.¯

Don’t murder the capsicum.

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For the best texture, don’t overcook the capsicum—it should stay a little crunchy. Always roast sesame seeds fresh and grind coarsely for stronger flavor. Use amchur powder for tang, but you can swap it with lemon juice at the end. For extra heat, throw in a green chili while tempering. Serve it with hot rotis or mix it into warm rice with a dollop of ghee for a comfort meal. Add peanuts or roasted garlic for a twist.

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INGREDIENTS

  Oil – 2 tbsp

• Shah Jeera (Caraway seeds) – 1 tsp

• Curry Leaves – A handful

• Green Capsicum (Medium size, chopped) – 100 grams

• Coriander Leaves (Chopped) – 1 tbsp

• Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp

• Salt – To taste

• Amchur (Dry Mango) Powder – 1 tsp

• Red Chilli Powder – 1 tsp (adjust to taste)

• Sesame Powder (Roasted and ground) – 3 tbsp


​Fragrant sesame-spiced capsicum sabzi topped with coriander and served fresh in a rustic Indian platter.

PREPARATION STEPS

1. Heat Oil:

In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil on medium flame.

2. Temper Spices:

Add 1 tsp shah jeera and let it sizzle for a minute.

Then add a handful of curry leaves and fry for another minute until aromatic.

3. Sauté Capsicum:

Add 100 grams of chopped green capsicum and sauté until it is about 80% cooked (still slightly crisp).

4. Add Seasoning:

Add 1 tbsp chopped coriander, 1 tsp turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.

5. Spice It Up:

Add 1 tsp amchur powder and 1 tsp red chilli powder (adjust to your spice preference).

6. Finish with Sesame:

Add 3 tbsp sesame powder and stir everything together until well coated and fragrant.


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