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SPICY CAPSICUM BESAN STIR -FRY

Capsi Gone Crazy! Besan’s Spicy Bestie is Here

This spicy capsicum besan stir-fry is a delightful Indian side dish made with roasted gram flour, fresh capsicum, and aromatic spices. It offers a unique nutty flavor with a hint of tang from amchur and a kick from red chili powder. Perfect as a dry sabzi with rice or roti, it’s ready in under 20 minutes. The crunchy sesame seeds and coriander add the final tasty touch. A great option for quick, nutritious, and flavor-packed meals.


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Green capsicum cooked with roasted gram flour, amchur, and spices – an easy and spicy Indian stir-fry recipe.¯

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Always roast that besan like it owes you money—raw besan ruins everything! Capsicum isn’t here to become mush, so stop cooking it like it’s a boiled veggie. Keep it crisp and proud. Don't rush—let the spices gossip with each other before the grand besan entry. Amchur and chili are your drama queens—handle them with flair. Stir lovingly, like you’re convincing the sabzi to behave. Serve fresh before it starts throwing a fridge tantrum!

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INGREDIENTS

  • 150g green capsicum, chopped
  • 3 tbsp roasted besan
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp amchur powder
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped coriander
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste
​Tangy and spicy capsicum sabzi with besan and sesame – a simple, healthy stir-fry dish perfect for quick meals.

PREPARATION STEPS

1. **Heat the Oil:**

- Take a pan and heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.

2. **Add Seeds:**

- Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera) and 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds (saunf) to the hot oil. Fry for about 1 minute until they become fragrant.

3. **Cook Capsicum:**

- Add the 150 grams of chopped green capsicum to the pan. Fry until the capsicum is half done, stirring occasionally.

4. **Spice it Up:**

- Add 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder (jeera powder), 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon dried mango powder (amchur powder). Add salt to taste. Mix well to coat the capsicum with the spices.

5. **Finish with Besan:**

- Finally, add 3 tablespoons of roasted besan (gram flour) to the pan. Mix well to combine all the ingredients. Continue to cook for a few more minutes until the besan is well incorporated.

6. **Garnish and Serve:**

- Turn off the stove and add 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander leaves, 1tbs Roasted Sesame seeds. Mix well.

- Serve hot with rice.


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