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chawli chi bhaji, a simple yet nutritious Maharashtrian sabzi recipe, features tender chawli (black-eyed peas leaves) cooked with a flavorful blend of spices and sometimes other vegetables. Learn how to make chawli chi bhaji recipe | Maharashtrian chawli bhaji | healthy chawli sabzi |

The chawli leaves are typically sautéed with mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and often green chillies, garlic and onion. A touch of turmeric adds a vibrant yellow hue, while groundnuts add a pleasant crunch and richness. The Maharashtrian chawli bhaji is often finished with a sprinkle of freshly grated coconut, which lends a subtle sweetness and nutty aroma, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

This healthy chawli sabzi preparation is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients. Chawli leaves are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making this dish a healthy addition to any meal. It's a versatile recipe that can be adapted to suit individual preferences. Some variations include adding other vegetables like potatoes. chawli chi bhaji is typically served hot with Roti, bhakri, or rice, and is a staple in Maharashtrian cuisine.

pro tips to make chawli chi bhaji: 1. You can combine chawli with other leafy greens like spinach or fenugreek leaves for a more diverse flavor and nutritional profile. 2. You can add cooked lentils toor, moong or chana dal to make it a more substantial and protein-rich dish. 3. You can also add chopped tomatoes for a touch of tanginess.

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Chawli Bhaji recipe - How to make Chawli Bhaji

For Chawli Chi Bhaji
8 cups chopped green chawli (amaranth) leaves
2 tsp oil
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
8 to 10 curry leaves (kadi patta)
1 whole dry kashmiri red chilli , broken into pieces
2 tsp chopped green chillies
2 tbsp chopped garlic (lehsun)
1 cup finely chopped onions
2 tbsp coarsely crushed peanuts
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
salt to taste
2 tbsp freshly grated coconut

Method
For chawli chi bhaji

To make chawli chi bhaji recipe, heat oil in a deep pan, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, curry leaves, kashmiri dry red chilli, green chillies and garlic.
Sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
Add onions and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the chawli leaves, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
Add turmeric powder, salt and peanuts, cook on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Garnish with freshly grated coconut and mix well.
Serve chawli chi bhaji hot.

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving

Energy	163 cal
Protein	7.9 g
Carbohydrates	14.3 g
Fiber	7.1 g
Fat	8.5 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	316.6 mg

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chawli chi bhaji recipe | Maharashtrian chawli bhaji | healthy chawli sabzi | then do try other chawli recipes also:
- chawli leaves sabzi recipe | chawli ke patte ki sabzi | chaulai saag | amaranth greens sabzi |
- whole masoor and chawli soup recipe | cow peas leaves dal soup | healthy dal amaranth leaves soup |

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how to make chawli bhaji recipe

To make chawli chi bhaji recipe | Maharashtrian chawli bhaji | healthy chawli sabzi | heat 2 tsp oil in a deep pan.
Add ½ tsp cumin seeds. Cumin seeds are added to hot oil at the beginning of the cooking process. They are allowed to splutter, releasing their aroma and flavor into the oil, which then infuses the entire dish.
Add ½ tsp mustard seeds. When heated in oil, mustard seeds release a pungent, nutty aroma and a slightly sharp, biting flavor that adds depth to the dish.

Add 8 to 10 curry leaves. They add a unique flavor and aroma to the dish. When you add curry leaves to hot oil, they release their essential oils, which infuse the oil with their flavor.
Add 1 whole dry Kashmiri chilli, broken into pieces. Kashmiri chillies have a unique flavor profile. They are not as intensely hot as some other chillies, but they offer a rich, slightly smoky, and fruity flavor that complements the earthy taste of the chawli leaves.
Add 2 tsp chopped green chillies. The amount of green chilies used can be adjusted to suit your spice preference, making the dish mild or fiery.
Add 2 tbsp chopped garlic. When sautéed in oil, garlic releases its pungent aroma and flavor, forming a base for the entire dish.
Sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.

Add 1 cup finely chopped onions. When cooked properly, onions soften and add a subtle sweetness that complements the earthy notes of the chawli (black-eyed peas).
Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add 8 cups finely chopped chawli (cow pea / lobhia) leaves. Chawli leaves, also known as amaranth leaves, are the star ingredient in chawli bhaji. They bring a wealth of goodness and flavor to this simple yet nutritious dish.
Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously.
Add ¼ tsp turmeric powder (haldi). turmeric powder is a common and essential ingredient in chawli bhaji, enhancing its appearance, flavor, and nutritional value.

Add salt to taste.
Add 2 tbsp coarsely crushed peanuts. The crushed peanuts provide a pleasant crunch, contrasting with the softer texture of the cooked chawli and other ingredients in the dish.
Cook on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Garnish 2 tbsp freshly grated coconut. Freshly grated coconut adds a lovely flavor and texture to chawli bhaji.
Mix well.

Serve chawli chi bhaji recipe | Maharashtrian chawli bhaji | healthy chawli sabzi | hot.

pro tips to make chawli chi bhaji

You can combine chawli with other leafy greens like spinach or fenugreek leaves for a more diverse flavor and nutritional profile.
You can add cooked lentils toor, moong or chana dal to make it a more substantial and protein-rich dish.
You can also add chopped tomatoes for a touch of tanginess.

Benefits of chawli chi bhaji

Benefits of Chawli Bhaji
- One serving of Chawli Bhaji delivers 111% folic acid, 28% Fiber, 14% protein, 94% Calcium, 26% Iron of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).

Foodie #679283

on 11 Apr 23 07:55 PM

Tastes okayish.

n_katira

on 08 Oct 14 10:12 AM

Chawli by nature is a bit bitter, but when cooked in this form its bitterness reduces... benefit from its iron and folic acid and make up your haemoglobin levels.

Loves Food

on 03 Jul 12 09:07 AM

Chawli leaves pureed and cooked with curry leaves, urad dal and Kashmiri red chillies to form a liquid pureed vegetable. By nautre, chawli is bitter but this veggie tasted good and is extremely healthy.

Foodie #570492

on 24 Jun 12 11:28 AM

Same subji with different names in different books; but still no please. Very bitter. Instead of that try one with masoor dal or one with coconut milk. This one we just couldn't eat. Very disappointing.