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    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe – Instant Pot Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Sauce

    Published: Feb 11, 2017 · Modified: Jan 7, 2019 by Richa 24 Comments

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    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe – Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Instant Pot/Saucepan.Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Indian Version of Sloppy Veggie Sandwiches. Add cooked beans for added protein. Vegan Soy-free Nut-free Recipe. Gluten-free with gf buns or flatbread.

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    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Instant Pot/SaucepanUse up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Add cooked beans for added protein. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Soyfree #Nutfree #veganricha #Recipe. | VeganRicha.com

    Kolhapuri cuisine is a regional cuisine from a town in the state of Maharashtra in India. The region has its own chilies and is know for hot, deep colored, spicy dishes and sauces. The cuisine has its own spice blend called kolhapuri masala which uses spices, coconut, fenugreek and chilies. I make a simplified version of the masala blend (hence not totally authentic). The masala blend works well with veggies, or added to curries/sauces and added to roasted veggies. 

    The veggies are boiled to al dente and combined with a sauce of blended onion, tomato and a roasted Kolhapuri Masala spice blend. The resulting dish is a delicious veggie curry that can be served as sloppy sandwiches. Serve these kolhapuri veggies with crackers, toasted dinner rolls, garlic bread or flatbread.

    This dish is somewhat like Pav bhaji, that is a veggie mash street food served with dinner rolls. Pav bhaji can be found in my cookbook. Both these dishes are excellent to use up all kinds of veggies. There is also a pressure cooker/ Instant Pot option in the recipe. Make some and let me know in the comments how you like it!

    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Add cooked beans for added protein. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Soyfree #Nutfree #veganricha #Recipe. | VeganRicha.com

    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Add cooked beans for added protein. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Soyfree #Nutfree #veganricha #Recipe. | VeganRicha.com

    More Indian mains


    • Mushroom Matar Masala
    • Bombay Potato and Peas
    • Aloo Baingan – Potato Eggplant Curry
    • Tofu Matar Masala
    • Tofu in Spinach Curry – Saag Tofu

    Make the toasty Kolhapuri spice blend. The masala blend adds a lot of red color to sauces. Add more mild dried chiles or paprika to preference for the color. 

    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Add cooked beans for added protein. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Soyfree #Nutfree #veganricha #Recipe. | VeganRicha.com

    Blend with onion, tomato and cook until it thickens and dries a bit.

    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Add cooked beans for added protein. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Soyfree #Nutfree #veganricha #Recipe. | VeganRicha.com

    Combine with veggies and cook till tender in a saucepan or a pressure cooker. This is a very tender veggie stew. Cook them for less time for a veggies cooked to your preference. 

    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Add cooked beans for added protein. #Vegan #Glutenfree #Soyfree #Nutfree #veganricha #Recipe. | VeganRicha.com

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    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Sauce (Instant Pot/Saucepan)

    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Kolhapuri Sauce. Use up the leftover veggies in this flavorful sauce. Anything goes. Indian Version of Sloppy Veggie Sandwiches. Add cooked beans for added protein. Vegan Gluten-free Soy-free Nut-free Recipe.. Easily made oil-free
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: Indian, Vegan
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 163kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    Kolhapuri Masala:

    • 1 tsp Coriander Seeds
    • 2 tsp Sesame seeds
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) Poppy seeds
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) Black pepper corns
    • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) Mustard seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) Fenugreek seeds
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) cumin seeds
    • 4 dried red chilies cayenne or arbol for hot and california red or 1-2 guajillo for mild
    • 2 tbsp shredded coconut
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) Nutmeg powder
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) or more paprika
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) cinnamon

    Sauce:

    • 1/2 (0.5) medium onion roughly chopped
    • 2 (2) tomatoes roughly chopped
    • 1 inch ginger
    • 5 cloves of garlic
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) salt

    Veggies:

    • 2 cups (214 g) cauliflower
    • 1.5 cups (199.5 g) sweet potato
    • 1.5 to 2 cups (192 g) other veggies carrots green beans, green peas etc
    • 1/2 cup (74.5 g) chopped bell pepper
    • 1.5 to 2 cups (375 ml) water
    • salt cayenne to preference

    Instructions

    • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add all ingredients coriander seeds through cumin and roast for 2 to 3 minutes or until they start to change color. Add the chilies and coconut and continue to roast for a minute or until coconut starts to change color. Take off heat and mix in the nutmeg, paprika and cinnamon. Cool slightly and grind to a coarse powder in a spice grinder or small blender.
    • Add the sauce ingredients to a blender along with the ground spice mixture from above. Add a tbsp or so water and blend until smooth.
    • Heat 1 tsp oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the blended sauce mixture and cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until the garlic doesnt smell raw and the sauce thickens and changes color. Stir occasionally. You can store this sauce to use later at this point(in the fridge for upto 3 days).
    • Meanwhile, combine the veggies except bell pepper, in a saucepan with 2 cups of water. Add 1/2 tsp salt and cayenne to preference. Cover partially and Cook over medium hot until the veggies are al dente. (15 to 20 minutes). Fold in the bell pepper and peas in the last 5 mins. Add greens or cooked beans at this point if using.
    • Combine the cooked sauce mixture from Step 3 and cooked veggies and mix well. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes or until desired consistency. Mash some of the veggies. Taste and adjust slat and heat and mix in. Garnish with cilantro and lemon and serve with crackers, toasted dinner rolls, garlic bread or flatbread.

    Instant Pot:

    • Make the sauce on saute mode or in a separate skillet (step 1 to 3 above). Once the sauce is cooked, combine the sauce, chopped veggies, 1/2 to 3/4 tsp salt with 1 to 1.5 cups of water and Pressure cook for 14 to 15 minutes (manual) in an Instant pot or electric pressure cooker , Or 6 to 7 mins in a Stove top pressure cooker once the pressure has reached. Let the pressure release naturally, open, taste and adjust salt, garnish with cilantro and lemon. If there is too much liquid, cook on saute for a few mins to reduce.

    Notes

    For added protein, add cooked chickpeas or other beans along with the veggies when combining with the sauce.
    For deeper flavor in the masala blend, add a generous pinch of ground cardamom and cloves as well.
    Use 2 to 3 tbsp of premade Kolhapuri spice blend.
    Make ahead: Make the sauce till step 3 and store refrigerated.
    Pre cook the veggies by blanching or roasting until al dente. To serving, toss the veggies into the sauce and simmer for 7 to 8 mins. Add a bit of water if needed.
    Or to serve, combine the stored cooked sauce, veggies, 1 cup water in an instant pot and cook for 14 mins on manual.
    Nurititonal values based on one serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Veg Kolhapuri Recipe - Veggies in Sesame Coconut Tomato Sauce (Instant Pot/Saucepan)
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 163 Calories from Fat 36
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 4g6%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Sodium 311mg14%
    Potassium 867mg25%
    Carbohydrates 30g10%
    Fiber 7g29%
    Sugar 11g12%
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 16760IU335%
    Vitamin C 128.9mg156%
    Calcium 86mg9%
    Iron 2.2mg12%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Maneesha

      December 30, 2019 at 5:22 am

      Firstly, I love your blog. Every single recipe I have tried has been incredible, and I am so impressed by your creativity and how you blend different flavors together for amazing meals. Secondly, I made this recipe and LOVED it! Next up to try is your newest cauliflower and tofu kolhapuri recipe!

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      • Richa

        December 30, 2019 at 10:04 am

        Aweesome! Thanks!

        Reply
    2. Sue

      March 01, 2019 at 4:06 pm

      5 stars
      Made this in the pressure cooker. It is a teeny bit over cooked, but it tastes great. When I was grinding the spices, the aroma was intoxicating. I love this! Thanks Richa.

      Reply
    3. Diana Rongen

      February 27, 2019 at 2:22 pm

      Hi! Looks nice! I would like to try this, can I eat it with rice instead of bread?

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 27, 2019 at 4:18 pm

        sure.

        Reply
    4. Laura

      September 10, 2018 at 9:46 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow!!! You are a genius! I am so excited to see this type of recipe. So many options. Thank you so very much for all the hard work you do. You are amazing! take care…

      Reply
    5. Kat

      September 13, 2017 at 7:48 am

      Thanks for this it was delish! It was a bit spicy, I used indian red pepper 3 of them, but added a splash of coconut milk to cool it down. Flavor was great with that tang from the lemon juice. A+.

      Reply
    6. Smita Mehta

      March 06, 2017 at 12:10 am

      5 stars
      Vegetables are an integral part of our food and we consume them in a number of ways. This veg kolhapuri and kulcha is the perfect combination. As looking in pictures spicy and so tasty.

      Reply
    7. Cassie Autumn Tran

      February 16, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      WOW, this looks incredible! I’m so enthralled as to how creamy and flavorful the curry is!

      Reply
    8. NT

      February 16, 2017 at 10:04 am

      Looks amazing! Do you think I could prepare the sauce ahead of time (one day) to cook with the veggies at a friend’s place the next day? I saw your other make-ahead sauce, but the combination of coconut and sesame seeds sounds amazing! Thanks thanks!

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 16, 2017 at 10:50 am

        Yes totally. Make the sauce until it is well cooked and doesnt smell raw till step 3. You can precook the veggies and store as well and then just toss the sauce and veggies together and simmer a bit before serving. Or you can cook the veggies in the saue with a bit of extra water.

        Reply
        • NT

          February 17, 2017 at 3:31 am

          Cool! I’ll be making the sauce on Sunday then, and cooking up the veggies + sauce on Monday. I’m sure it’ll be great – your recipes always are!

          Reply
          • NT

            March 04, 2017 at 8:04 am

            5 stars
            Forgot to say: super success! Thanks!

            Reply
            • Richa

              March 04, 2017 at 10:56 am

              Thanks!

    9. Emily

      February 14, 2017 at 2:17 pm

      5 stars
      We made this with all sorts of veggies and served with garlic bread. Amazing!

      Reply
    10. Stefanie

      February 14, 2017 at 3:01 am

      this looks simply amazing, can’t wait to try it! unfortuntely i have to stick to my gluten free diet but this is great, because i can enjoy it without having to rework the recipe. thanks so much for sharing it! if you ever need more inspiration, i’d love you to stop by eatwholegreens.com for some vegan awesomeness! see you there 🙂
      cheers, stäf

      Reply
    11. Régine Bohar

      February 12, 2017 at 10:47 pm

      Thank YOU, Richa. I am thrilled I discovered your blog 🙂

      Reply
    12. Régine Bohar

      February 12, 2017 at 9:16 pm

      4 stars
      That was very flavorful. I love your blends of spices: aromatic, yet subtle. I used some cauliflower, sweet potato, parsnips, red pepper and peas. Next time, I’ll cook the vegetables for no more than 15 minutes (maybe less), and I will include the red pepper. As for the peas, they were frozen and I added them at the last minute, in the hot stew, in order to keep their beautiful color and texture. Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 12, 2017 at 9:40 pm

        Great. Thanks! yes the cooking time depends on the size of the veggies and your stove etc. The dish also uses slightly over cooked veggies which an be mashed easily if you wish to fill up the sandwiches. You can cook the veggies to your preference of tender.

        Reply

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