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March 23, 2019

Kachnar Phool recipe | Bauhinia Flower |How to make kachnar phool sabzi

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Kachnar Phool sabzi |Bauhinia plant flower curry |How to make kachnar Phool sabzi at home. Kachnar Phool sabzi is a north vegetable Indian recipe, cooked fondly with many delicacies. This flower blooms during March/spring. Since just the buds are cooked, they start coming in the season by end of February.

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Kachnar has multiple health benefits. It has anti-cancerous, effective in the treatment of hypothyroidism, controls your blood sugar and also proven effective to treat indigestion. Nature has a way to treat and support the living for any seasonal ailment they may face.

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So these veggies are a good seasonal remedy for many ailments you face around springtime. Or may I say the change of season? There are many more benefits and you may search them with the name “Kachnar Benefits” to get the detailed info.

A few more healthy recipes during springtime you may want to try : http://www.recipesandyou.com/category/fasting-recipes-vrat-recipes/

 

kachnar recipe
Kachnar phool recipe
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Kachnar Phool sabzi is a north vegetable Indian recipe, cooked fondly with many delicacies
  • Coursemain course, side dish
  • Cuisineasian
Servings Prep Time
4 ppl 10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings Prep Time
4 ppl 10 min
Cook Time
15 min
kachnar recipe
Kachnar phool recipe
Print Recipe
Kachnar Phool sabzi is a north vegetable Indian recipe, cooked fondly with many delicacies
  • Coursemain course, side dish
  • Cuisineasian
Servings Prep Time
4 ppl 10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings Prep Time
4 ppl 10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Ingredients
  • 500 gm Kachnar phool only buds
  • 4 Tomatoes pureed
  • 1 big onion pureed
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 tsp rock salt /salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder or as per preference
  • 2 tsp coriander powder/ Dhania Powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 2-3 tbsp dahi /curd
  • 1/2 tsp Jeera powder /cumin powder
  • 2 tbsp oil /ghee to cook
Servings: ppl
Instructions
  1. Wash the Kachnar Phool in running water to remove dirt.
  2. In a deep pan,take 750 ml of water and boil the kachnar on simmer for 10 minutes or till soft.( Bring to boil on full flame and then cook on simmer for 10 minutes covered).
  3. Once boiled and cooked, sieve the water and cool the kachnar phool on a plate.
  4. Meanwhile, in a deep pan or wok take 2 tbsp oil and add the onions and cook them on medium flame untill dark brown. Keep stirring to avoid burning.
  5. Now add the masala/spices: salt, red chili powder, coriander powder and turmeric powder. Add a little water and cook on simmer covered untill oil seperates.This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Now, add the pureed tomatoes and cover and cook on simmer for another 5 minutes and till oil seperates.
  7. Once the oil seperates, add 3 tbsp dahi and mix well.
  8. Cover for simmer and cook for another 2-3 minutes and let the dahi mix well and oil visible on sides.
  9. Add the boiled kachnar phool and mix well. Cook on simmer for 5 minutes and till oil start to show on sides again and the phool are cooked and have soaked the masala well.
  10. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with your favorite dal and roti or with rice.
Recipe Notes

Dahi gives a nice texture and flavor to the kachnar phool veggies.

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  1. Anna says

    April 4, 2019 at 8:46 pm

    I must admit, it’s not something I’ve ever tried before, but you make it look very tasty! If I ever come across kachnar phool, I will definitely give it a try!

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:48 pm

      Thanks Anna, am glad you liked.

      Reply
  2. Veena Azmanov says

    April 5, 2019 at 1:30 am

    Have never tried this dish before but surely interesting and need to try on for sure. Sounds healthy too.

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:47 pm

      Thanks Veena.

      Reply
  3. Michelle says

    April 6, 2019 at 11:50 pm

    I love all the spices in this. I’ve never heard fo kachnar phool, but it sounds incredibly healthy so I’ll have to check it.

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:47 pm

      Thanks Michelle. It is indeed. Its a heirloom recipe and relished here for a very short period. Seasonal and very healthy.

      Reply
  4. Aleta says

    April 7, 2019 at 1:18 am

    This is such an interesting recipe. I love your choice spices and of course the health benefits of this plant are amazing!

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:46 pm

      Thanks Aleta. Yes it is.

      Reply
  5. Marisa F. Stewart says

    April 7, 2019 at 1:44 am

    I’m not really familiar with Indian recipes but we love trying new cuisines. This dish looks like its packed with flavor and besides the yummy spices you’ve added the dish also has health benefits — that’s wonderful. Will have to try this out.

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:42 pm

      Thanks Marisa. You will surely love it.Do try.

      Reply
  6. Sara says

    April 7, 2019 at 6:22 am

    This looks tasty! I am always looking for new recipes to try and this one is on my must make list now!

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      Thanks Sara.Glad you liked it.Do try and share your comments.

      Reply
  7. Sharon says

    April 7, 2019 at 7:30 am

    I am so excited to find this new and amazing Springtime dish! I can’t wait to learn more about making it.

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      Thanks sharon, am glad you liked.

      Reply
  8. Jacquelyn Hastert says

    April 8, 2019 at 6:34 am

    I love Indian food and I am always looking for new recipes to try. This will be getting made very soon.

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks Jacquelyn.

      Reply
  9. Lorie says

    April 8, 2019 at 7:21 am

    This is a new one for me but the list of spices has got my mouth watering. Clearly this one will be mine!

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  10. Kylie | Midwest Foodie says

    April 8, 2019 at 7:30 am

    As others have mentioned I’ve never heard of this dish before but you make if look AMAZING!!! Definitely pinning for later – I think my family will love this one!

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    • Recipes & You says

      April 8, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks Kylie

      Reply
  11. Natalie says

    April 8, 2019 at 2:27 pm

    I love Indian dinners. My family is excited every time I make something new that is Indian flavored. I think I never tried anything like this recipe but surely sounds super delicious and perfect to make for family. Thanks for recipe!

    Reply

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