Knol Khol also known as Ganth Gobhi is most widely used vegetable in Kashmiri cuisine after Lotus Stem. Munj Haak is a popular Kashmiri vegetarian dish made with knol khol and greens and typically flavored with asafoetida. The recipe just needs handful of ingredients and can be made in a jiffy. The soupy texture of the curry is an ideal side dish to your meal specially to your rice. This particular recipe is adapted from Shehjar – A Gateway To Kashmir
Prep Time | 10 minutes |
Cook Time | 15 minutes |
Servings |
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Ingredients
- 1/2 kilogram Gobhi Knol Khol / Ganth
- 2 bunchs Gobhi Ganth Greens
- 2 pinchs Asafoetida / Hing
- 2 Red Chili Green or Dry
- 1 pinch Baking Soda
- 1 tsp Spice Mix Garam Masala Kashmiri /
- 2 - 3 tbsps Mustard Oil
- 1 tsp Salt (adjustable)
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Instructions
- Wash and peel the Ganth Gobhi (bulb) and cut into fine slices.
- Chop the green leafs into two halves. Wash nicely to remove dirt and collect in a colander and keep aside.
- In a broad base pan, heat oil and add asafoetida.
- Now add the chopped Ganth Gobhi and the greens along with dry red chilies and salt.
- Saute for a while and now add the Kashmiri spice mix and stir.
- Add water and baking soda. Stir and close the lid.
- Let the vegetable cook in low flame till soft and tender.
- Don't over cook the greens, try to retain the green color.
- Turn off the gas and serve hot with plain steamed rice.
Recipe Notes
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Love : Shaheen
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2 comments
Interesting! Can we omit baking soda?
Hey , thanks for stopping by Sunaina. Well that’s the authentic style of baking… yet it can be omitted.