SPICY TURNIPS

This receipe is kind of gravy and spicy, but it can also be had with just plain rice/chappati as a curry and its also a good replacement for potato for people who count calories.

Ingredients

Butter / oil

: 2 tbsp

Green chilli(es) chopped

: 2

Grated ginger and garlic

: 1 tsp

Onion(s) chopped

: 2

Tomato(es) chopped

: 2

Turmeric powder

: 1/2 tsp

Cumin and coriander powders

: 1 tsp

Turnips peeled chopped fine and washed(about 20oz.)

: 500 gms

Water

: 1/2 cup(s)

Salt

: To taste

Sugar

: 1 tsp

Finely chopped coriander leaves

: To Garnish

Method

In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the butter / oil with the chopped green chilli(es), ginger, garlic and chopped onion(s).
Microwave uncovered on high (100%) power for about 4 minutes (stirring mid-way) or till the onions are lightly browned.
Now, add the chopped tomato(es), turmeric, cumin and coriander powders.
Microwave uncovered on high (100%) power for about 3 minutes (stirring mid-way) or till the fat leaves the sides of the bowl.
Add the chopped turnips and salt. Mix well. Add the water and stir well. Microwave covered on 70% power for about 14 minutes (stirring at regular intervals) or till the turnips are tender and the moisture has evaporated.
Add the sugar and very lightly mash the cooked turnips.
Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves.

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