Gujarati cabbage with coconut & potato

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
22%
Gujarati cabbage with coconut & potato
30 min.
4
185kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with this vibrant recipe for Gujarati cabbage with coconut & potato! This dish is a beautiful fusion of flavors and textures, making it a perfect side dish that complements any meal. With its roots in the rich traditions of Gujarati cooking, this vegan and gluten-free recipe captures the essence of Indian spices and fresh ingredients.

Imagine the aroma of mustard seeds and cumin seeds sizzling in hot sunflower oil, releasing fragrant notes that whet your appetite. Add to that the sweetness of finely shredded sweetheart cabbage and the hearty, earthy flavor of tender Charlotte potatoes, and you have a dish that is both nourishing and satisfying. The touch of fresh green chilies adds just the right amount of heat, while a sprinkle of toasted coconut brings a delightful crunch and subtle sweetness, harmonizing beautifully with the spices.

This quick-to-make recipe can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it a fantastic option for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Not only is it low in calories and packed with nutrients, but it also caters to various dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, low FODMAP, and free from gluten and dairy. Serve it alongside your favorite protein or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome meal. Try this Gujarati cabbage with coconut & potato, and elevate your dining experience with a touch of Indian flair!

Ingredients

  • tbsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  • pinch asafetida (available from Bart or steenbergs.co.uk, see tip)
  • tsp mustard seeds shopping list black
  • tsp cumin seeds 
  •  chilies dried red
  •  to 2 chilies slit fresh green red deseeded thinly sliced
  •  pointed cabbage shredded finely (sweetheart)
  • 0.5  juice of lemon 
  • tbsp coconut flakes fresh shaved toasted
  • bunch cilantro leaves roughly chopped
  • 500 baby potatoes unpeeled halved

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook potatoes in a pan of salted boiling water for 10 mins until tender.
  2. Drain well and return to pan. Lightly crush with the back of a fork, just to break, not to mash.
  3. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and then add the asafoetida, spices and dried chillies. Cook for a few mins until the spices pop and the chillies darken.
  4. Add the fresh chilli, cabbage and some salt and stir-fry for 3-4 mins.
  5. Add the warm potatoes to the pan and cook for 2-3 mins more until the cabbage is tender, but still has some bite. Stir in the lemon juice, coconut and coriander, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories185kcal
Protein6.33%
Fat42.86%
Carbs50.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.19
Glycemic Load
16
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.9860870112544%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
1mg
Quercetin
1.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:185.19kcal
9.26%
Fat:9.09g
13.98%
Saturated Fat:2.19g
13.7%
Carbohydrates:24.25g
8.08%
Net Carbohydrates:20.42g
7.42%
Sugar:1.81g
2.01%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:48.19mg
2.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.02g
6.04%
Vitamin C:28.32mg
34.33%
Vitamin E:3.01mg
20.07%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.42%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.03%
Potassium:574.13mg
16.4%
Fiber:3.83g
15.31%
Magnesium:36.11mg
9.03%
Vitamin K:9.36µg
8.91%
Iron:1.56mg
8.65%
Phosphorus:85.17mg
8.52%
Copper:0.17mg
8.48%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.45%
Vitamin B3:1.43mg
7.17%
Folate:23.41µg
5.85%
Vitamin A:211.7IU
4.23%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.13%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.26%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.1%
Selenium:1.96µg
2.8%
Calcium:25.37mg
2.54%