Vegetarian Chicken Jalfrezi
Indulge in the bold flavors of Vegetarian Chicken Jalfrezi, a delightful spin on the classic Indian dish that's perfect for plant-based diets. This vibrant recipe combines succulent vegetarian chicken-style pieces with a medley of crisp bell peppers, fragrant spices, and a rich tomato base to create a mouthwatering curry that's as colorful as it is delicious. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder features aromatic cumin seeds, garam masala, and fresh ginger that infuse each bite with irresistible warmth and depth. Finished with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, Vegetarian Chicken Jalfrezi is a crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or festive occasions alike. Pair it with steamed rice or warm naan for an unforgettable meal that'll leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for vegetarians craving authentic Indian flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Vegetarian chicken-style pieces
- 1 large Onion
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium Green bell pepper
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 inch Fresh ginger
- 2 medium Tomato
- 2 tablespoons Tomato puree
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Slice the onion, red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic and ginger. Chop the tomatoes into small cubes.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and sauté until they start to splutter.
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced onion to the pan and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato puree to the pan. Stir well and let it cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.
Add turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt to the pan. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes to let the spices infuse.
Add the vegetarian chicken-style pieces to the pan, stirring to coat them with the spice mixture. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add the sliced bell peppers to the pan. Stir everything well and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the peppers are tender but still crisp.
Stir in the lemon juice and half of the fresh cilantro.
Remove from heat and garnish with the remaining cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3190 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 71.3 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2657 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
