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Turnip Greens Recipe Indian

Turnip Greens Recipe Indian Style

This Indian-style turnip greens recipe is a flavorful, healthy, and comforting dish made by sautéing fresh turnip greens with aromatic Indian spices like cumin, turmeric, and garlic. Perfect with roti or rice, it’s an easy vegetarian recipe that brings together nutrition and taste in one delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 bunches turnip greens washed and finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1- inch piece of ginger grated
  • 2 green chilies slit (optional)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil or ghee
  • Optional: 1 tbsp besan gram flour or cornmeal for thickening
  • Optional: 1 pinch asafoetida hing
  • Lemon juice to finish optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or kadhai (deep frying pan)
  • Sharp knife
  • Chopping board
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Bowl for washing greens
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Prep Greens: Wash and finely chop the turnip greens. Set aside.
  2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet or kadhai, heat oil or ghee. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
  3. Aromatics: Add hing (if using), followed by minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add Onion & Tomatoes: Stir in chopped onions and cook until golden. Add tomatoes and cook until soft.
  5. Spice it Up: Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir well.
  6. Add Greens: Mix in the chopped turnip greens. Stir to coat with spices. Cover and cook on medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Optional Thickening: If desired, add besan to thicken. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Finish & Serve: Squeeze in a bit of lemon juice before serving. Enjoy with roti or steamed rice.
    Turnip Greens Recipe Indian

Notes

  • For a milder version, skip green chilies or reduce red chili powder.
  • Blanch the greens if they are too bitter or mature.
  • Make it vegan by using oil instead of ghee.
  • To increase protein, serve with dal or add tofu/paneer cubes.
  • For a richer flavor, use mustard oil or finish with a small dollop of butter.
  • Turnip Greens Recipe Indian