"No Onion No Garlic Veg Kurma – A Sattvic Feast Bursting with Flavor"

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✨ No Onion No Garlic Veg Kurma – A Sattvic Feast Bursting with Flavor

🍛 Introduction:

Looking for a rich and flavorful curry without onion and garlic? Whether you're following a sattvic lifestyle, preparing for festivals, or simply trying to eat light, this No Onion No Garlic Veg Kurma is a true crowd-pleaser. Packed with vegetables, creamy coconut, and aromatic spices, this dish proves you don’t need alliums to create a magical curry!

📝 Ingredients:

🌿 For the Curry:

  • 1 cup cauliflower florets

  • 1/2 cup diced carrots

  • 1/2 cup beans, chopped

  • 1/2 cup green peas

  • 1 medium potato, cubed

  • 1 medium tomato, finely chopped

  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds

  • A few curry leaves

  • Salt to taste

  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

  • 1/2 tsp garam masala

  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder

  • Water as required

  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

🥥 For the Kurma Paste:

  • 1/4 cup grated coconut (fresh or frozen)

  • 2 green chilies (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tsp fennel seeds

  • 1-inch ginger piece

  • 6-8 cashews (or roasted gram for nut-free)

  • 1 tsp poppy seeds (optional)

  • 1 tsp coriander seeds

  • Water to blend

👨‍🍳 Preparation Steps:

🔹 Step 1: Prep the Paste

Blend all the paste ingredients with water to a smooth, fine consistency. Set aside.

🔹 Step 2: Sauté and Cook Vegetables

  1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan.

  2. Add cumin seeds and curry leaves. Let them splutter.

  3. Add tomatoes and cook until soft.

  4. Add all the vegetables, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.

  5. Add water, cover, and cook until veggies are tender.

🔹 Step 3: Mix in the Kurma Paste

  1. Add the ground coconut masala paste to the cooked veggies.

  2. Add garam masala and adjust consistency by adding water.

  3. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until flavors are well combined.

🔹 Step 4: Finish & Garnish

Turn off the heat, garnish with chopped coriander, and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

Serve hot with:

  • Chapati / Phulka

  • Poori

  • Steamed Rice

  • Parotta or Appam

This Veg Kurma is also excellent as a part of a South Indian thali.

💡 Tips & Variations:

  • Add paneer cubes or tofu for extra protein.

  • You can use cashew paste instead of coconut for a richer version.

  • Skip tomatoes for vrat days and use curd or lemon for tanginess.

🧘‍♀️ Why No Onion No Garlic?

This style of cooking is common in Jain, Sattvic, and Ayurvedic diets. It is believed to promote clarity, calmness, and spiritual energy. It’s perfect for festival days and clean eating!


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