The New Taste of India/Das Sreedharan 2001

Broccoli and Coconut Curry

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
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INGREDIENTS:
1 teaspoon ghee or butter 6 shallots, cut into wedges 1-1/2 teaspoons plain flour
3 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 350g/12 oz broccoli, cut into florets 150g/5 oz potato, cut into batons
250ml/9 fl oz coconut milk



1 In a large saucepan, heat the ghee or butter. Add the shallots and fry for 5 minutes or until brown. Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the flour over the shallots. Mix well and return the pan to a low heat.
2 Slowly add 450ml/16 fl oz of water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Mix in the tomato paste, chilli, coriander and turmeric and cook for 2 minutes.
3 Add the broccoli and potato and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
4 Lower the heat right down and add the coconut milk. Cook, stirring constantly, for a further 5 minutes then serve immediately.

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