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Labra

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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.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 379
Dietary: Vegan
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
  1. 1
    Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and add the sugar.
  2. 2
    Fry for a few seconds until the sugar begins to caramelize.
  3. 3
    Lower the heat and add the bay leaf and five spice powder.
  4. 4
    Cook for a few seconds, stirring constantly.
  5. 5
    Add the ginger, turmeric, cumin, and salt.
  6. 6
    Stir well, then add the tomatoes and water.
  7. 7
    Add the potatoes and sweet potatoes, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. 8
    Add the cauliflower, green beans, eggplant, and red chile paste.
  9. 9
    Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
  10. 10
    Reduce the heat, uncover, and simmer for a further 10 minutes.
  11. 11
    If the vegetables start to stick, sprinkle with hot water, but be careful to maintain a thick sauce that clings to the vegetables.
  12. 12
    Stir in the peas and simmer, covered, until all vegetables are cooked right through.
  13. 13
    Remove from heat and blend in the garam masala.
  14. 14
    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.

Keywords: indian, labra, vegetarian, gluten-free, stew, potatoes, cauliflower, eggplant, green beans, spiced, side dish, comfort food, garam masala, tomato, chile paste
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