After Eid, it makes all the sense in the world for you to want to take a break from meat. Certainly, even the meat lovers would agree. Whether that’s the case, or you’re just aiming to have a more plant-based diet, thankfully Pakistan cuisine has it all. These are some simple and easy-to-make Pakistani recipes:
1. Meat-free Aloo Gobi (Potato and Cauliflower Curry)
Ingredients:
Potatoes
Cauliflower
Tomatoes
Onions
Garlic
Ginger
Spices: turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté chopped onions until golden.
- Add minced garlic and ginger, then diced tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes soften.
- Stir in the spices and mix well.
- Add potato cubes and cauliflower florets. Mix to coat with spices.
- Add water, cover, and let it simmer until the vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with naan or rice.
2. Daal Chawal (Lentils and Rice)
Ingredients:
Split red lentils (masoor daal)
Rice
Onions
Tomatoes
Green chilies
Garlic
Ginger
Spices: cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder
Instructions:
- Cook rice separately.
- In a pot, sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and spices. Cook until the tomatoes break down.
- Add lentils and water. Simmer until the lentils are soft.
- Serve the daal over rice and garnish with fried onions and green chilies.
3. Bhindi Masala (Okra Curry)
Ingredients:
Okra (bhindi)
Onions
Tomatoes
Garlic
Ginger
Spices: turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala
Instructions:
- Wash and cut okra into small pieces.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the okra until slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger.
- Add diced tomatoes and spices. Cook until the tomatoes soften.
- Add the fried okra and mix well. Cook for a few more minutes.
- Serve hot with chapati or rice.
These recipes are not only delicious and light but also a great way to fulfill your daily nutrients.
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