Veg Hyderabadi

Veg Hyderabadi Recipe

This rich and flavorful Veg Hyderabadi Curry combines mixed vegetables, aromatic spices, spinach, coconut, sesame seeds, and paneer for a delicious restaurant-style dish.

Preparation Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 4–5

Ingredients

Vegetables

• 1 cup cauliflower florets
• 1 cup French beans, chopped
• 1 cup carrots, chopped
• 1 cup green peas
• 1 cup capsicum, diced

For Roasting the Masala

• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 3–4 cloves
• 2–3 green and black cardamoms
• 2 star anise
• 3–4 dried red chilies
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 10–12 curry leaves
• 10–12 cashew nuts
• 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
• 1 tsp coconut powder
• 1 cup spinach leaves, chopped
• ¼ cup coriander leaves, chopped
• ¼ cup water

For the Gravy

• 3 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp red chili powder
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 3 green chilies, slit
• 3 tbsp shredded paneer (cottage cheese)

Method

Step 1: Cook the Vegetables

1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan.
2. Add cauliflower, French beans, carrots, and green peas.
3. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Remove and keep aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Hyderabadi Masala

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter in a pan.
2. Add cloves, cardamoms, star anise, dried red chilies, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds.
3. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add sliced onions and curry leaves. Cook until onions turn light golden.
5. Add cashews, sesame seeds, and coconut powder. Roast for 2 minutes.
6. Add spinach and coriander leaves. Cook until wilted.
7. Pour in ¼ cup water and cook for 1 minute.
8. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
9. Blend into a smooth paste.

Step 3: Prepare the Gravy

1. Heat 3 tbsp oil in a kadai or deep pan.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.
3. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder.
4. Add tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes.
5. Add the prepared Hyderabadi masala paste and cook for 5–6 minutes until aromatic.

Step 4: Finish the Curry

1. Add capsicum and sauté for 2 minutes.
2. Add the cooked vegetables.
3. Pour in ¼ cup water and mix well.
4. Add salt, green chilies, and dried fenugreek leaves.
5. Cover and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
6. Add shredded paneer and gently mix.
7. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5: Serve

Garnish with a few coriander leaves and serve hot with naan, butter roti, paratha, jeera rice.

Tips

• Roast the spices well for authentic Hyderabadi flavor.
• You can add extra paneer for a richer curry.
• Adjust green chilies and red chili powder according to your spice preference.
• Fresh coconut can be used instead of coconut powder for a richer taste.

Enjoy this delicious homemade Veg Hyderabadi Curry packed with vegetables, aromatic spices, and creamy flavors! 🌿🥘✨