Description
Start your morning with a nutritious and flavorful meal that’s both easy to make and packed with bold spices. This spicy veggie stir-fry with rice flour batter combines crunchy vegetables, warming spices, and a light, crispy batter coating, making it a perfect quick and healthy breakfast.
This dish is naturally gluten-free and high in fiber, protein, and essential vitamins, ensuring you stay full and energized throughout the day. Plus, the spicy kick from green chilies adds an extra boost to wake up your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 2 onions, sliced
- ½ cabbage, sliced
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 5–6 green chilies, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1-inch ginger, chopped
- A handful of coriander leaves, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- ½ teaspoon black cumin seeds (kalonji)
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 egg
- 1 cup rice flour
- Water, as required
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the rice flour, egg, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water while stirring until you achieve a smooth, pancake-like consistency. Set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Once hot, add the black cumin seeds (kalonji) and cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds to release their aroma.
Step 3: Cook the Vegetables
Add the sliced onions, cabbage, and carrot to the pan, followed by chopped ginger and green chilies. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly while keeping some crunch. Season with salt to taste.
Step 4: Coat with Rice Flour Batter
Once the vegetables are cooked, reduce the heat to low. Pour the prepared rice flour batter over the vegetables and stir everything together to ensure an even coating. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the batter firms up and creates a crispy coating on the veggies.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped coriander leaves for freshness. Serve hot on its own or with a side of yogurt for a cooling contrast.
Notes
- Adjust the number of chilies to your spice preference.
- Ensure the batter is thick enough to coat the vegetables without being too runny.
- For added crunch, try using sesame seeds or crushed peanuts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired