Labra
Description
A traditional Bengali-style vegetable stew featuring potatoes, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, eggplant, and green beans. Simmered in a spiced tomato and chile base, this dish delivers deep, savory flavors with a thick, clinging sauce. Perfect as a comforting side dish or main course, it is rich in vegetables and aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala.Directions
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Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and add the sugar.
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Fry for a few seconds until the sugar begins to caramelize.
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Lower the heat and add the bay leaf and five spice powder.
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Cook for a few seconds, stirring constantly.
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Add the ginger, turmeric, cumin, and salt.
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Stir well, then add the tomatoes and water.
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Add the potatoes and sweet potatoes, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Add the cauliflower, green beans, eggplant, and red chile paste.
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Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
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Reduce the heat, uncover, and simmer for a further 10 minutes.
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If the vegetables start to stick, sprinkle with hot water, but be careful to maintain a thick sauce that clings to the vegetables.
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Stir in the peas and simmer, covered, until all vegetables are cooked right through.
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Remove from heat and blend in the garam masala.
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Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 379kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11g17%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Sodium 3814mg159%
- Total Carbohydrate 70g24%
- Dietary Fiber 20g80%
- Sugars 17g
- Protein 11g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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