Shimla Mirch ki Launji
by Tarla Dalal
This is a tongue-tickling launji of capsicum cubes flavoured with nigella seeds, fennels seeds, green chillies and common spice powders, which can be served immediately and also stored for a few days. Shimla Mirch ki Launji draws an enticing tang from the dried mango powder, which is further highlighted by the addition of a little sugar. So easy to prepare, you can soak in the flavours of this launji any time you feel like it.
Shimla Mirch ki Launji recipe - How to make Shimla Mirch ki Launji
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 0.75 cup
1 cup capsicum cubes
2 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji)
1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
a pinch turmeric powder (haldi)
2 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
1/2 tsp chilli powder
3/4 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)
2 tbsp sugar
salt to taste
- Method
- Heat the oil in a broad non-stick pan, add the nigella seeds, fennel seeds and green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute.
- Add the capsicum and sauté on a medium flame for a few more seconds.
- Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, chilli powder and dried mango powder, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.
- Add ½ cup of water, sugar and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes or till the capsicum turns soft, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
Shimla Mirch ki Launji Video by Tarla Dalal
| Energy | 43 cal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 85.1 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18.6 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1.4 mcg |
| Calcium | 1.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 1.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 4.1 mg |
| Sodium | 0.4 mg |
| Potassium | 23.8 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
Shimla Mirch ki salan is an accompaniment in Rajasthan, to the meals. It is sweet and spicy and tangy in taste. It is sweetish sour accompaniment that you will love it! It is also a very quick recipe.