Jimikand (Suran) ki sabzi

Jimikand ki sabzi, also known as suran ki sabzi or elephant foot yam curry, is a popular Indian dish made with elephant foot yam cooked in a flavorful blend of spices. Here’s a recipe to prepare this dish:

Ingredients:

• 500 grams elephant foot yam (jimikand/suran), peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Yam:

• Peel the elephant foot yam and cut it into cubes. Heat oil in a pan or skillet and fry until golden brown.

2. Cooking Process:

1. Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium heat.
2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
3. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw aroma fades.

3. Cooking the Yam:

1. Add yam cubes to the pan. Mix well with the onions.
2. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir to coat the yam pieces with the spices.

4. Simmering:

1. Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and mix everything together.
2. Cover the pan and let the yam cook on low to medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
3. Cook until the yam becomes tender. This might take around 10-15 minutes. You can sprinkle a little water if needed.

5. Final Touches:

1. Once the yam is cooked and tender, sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
2. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

6. Serve:

• Serve the jimikand ki sabzi hot with chapati, naan, or rice.

Tips:

• Elephant foot yam might have a slightly itchy sap, so it’s a good idea to apply oil on your hands while handling it.
• You can adjust the spices and chili powder according to your taste preferences.

Jimikand ki sabzi offers a delightful blend of spices with the earthy flavor of yam, making it a wholesome and flavorful dish in Indian cuisine.