Rajasthani Gunde Ki Sabzi (Bird Lime Stir Fry)
Description
Rajasthani Gunde Ki Sabzi is a popular and flavorful side dish commonly made in households across Rajasthan. It’s a simple yet delicious preparation, ideal for days when you’re out of fresh vegetables. Served as a side with dal and chapati, this dish is quick to prepare and full of unique flavors.
Cuisine: Rajasthani
Course: Side Dish
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 500 grams Gunde (bird lime)
- 1 teaspoon Methi Seeds (Fenugreek Seeds)
- Oil, as required
- Water, as required
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
- 1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida (Hing)
- 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds (Saunf)
- 1/2 teaspoon Mustard Seeds (Rai/Kadugu)
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
- 1 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
- 1 teaspoon Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)
- Few Coriander (Dhania) Leaves, finely chopped
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Instructions
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Begin by boiling the gunde (bird lime) in a saucepan with enough water. Once boiled, drain the water, remove the seeds, and allow the gunde to cool down for about an hour.
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Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida. Let the spices cook for about a minute to release their flavors.
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Add the boiled gunde to the pan and mix them well with the spices.
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Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chilli powder, amchur powder, and salt. Stir everything together and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
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Turn off the stove and garnish the dish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve this delicious Rajasthani Gunde Ki Sabzi alongside Panchmel Dal and hot Phulkas for a perfect traditional meal. Enjoy!
