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Madhyapradesh · Dinner

Arbi Masala (Taro Root Stir-Fry)

Traditional 14. Arbi Masala recipe

🧺 Ingredients

• 500g arbi (taro root), peeled and cut into 2cm cubes
• 30ml oil
• 5ml cumin seeds
• 1 small onion (50g), finely chopped
• 10g ginger, grated
• 1 green chili, minced
• 2.5ml turmeric powder
• 5ml red chili powder
• 10ml coriander powder
• 5ml amchur (dried mango powder)
• 1 pinch asafoetida
• 100ml water
• Salt to taste
• 15ml coriander leaves, chopped

👩‍🍳 How to make Arbi Masala

1. Boil arbi cubes in water for 8 minutes until half-cooked and tender outside; drain
2. Heat oil to 70°C in large pan
3. Add cumin seeds; crackle 10 seconds
4. Add chopped onion; sauté 2 minutes until softened
5. Add ginger and green chili; cook 30 seconds
6. Add turmeric and asafoetida; stir 10 seconds
7. Add boiled arbi cubes; toss gently for 2 minutes to coat
8. Add chili powder and coriander powder; toss 1 minute
9. Add amchur powder; stir for 30 seconds
10. Add 100ml water and salt
11. Increase heat to high, cook uncovered 5–8 minutes until water reduces and arbi becomes golden and crispy at edges
12. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking
13. Finish with coriander leaves
14. Serve hot
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