Experience the vibrant flavors of the Konkani cuisine with our GSB Style Cabbage Upkari. This traditional dish hails from the Goud Saraswat Brahmin (GSB) community of the coastal region in India. With its simple yet enticing combination of cabbage, fragrant spices, and coconut, this cabbage upkari will transport you to the sunny shores of Karnataka. Join us as we unravel the secrets of this delicious and wholesome sabzi that celebrates the essence of GSB cooking.
How to make Cabbage Upkari (Sabzi) :
Begin by prepping all the required ingredients. Start by tempering the upkari, followed by sautéing the onions until they become translucent. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes. Introduce the chopped cabbage and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Add salt, dry masala powder, and peas, and cook until the cabbage turns tender. If needed, add water while cooking. To achieve an authentic taste, include fresh grated or frozen coconut. Finish off by garnishing with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Cabbage Upkari sounds like a delightful dish with a blend of flavors and textures. Enjoy making and savoring this Konkani delicacy!
Serving suggestion for Cabbage Upkari (Sabzi) :
Cabbage Upkari can be enjoyed in various ways. Serve it with steamed rice or hot rotis, or pair it with a side of crispy papad or pickle for an added burst of flavors.
Cabbage Upkari(Sabzi)
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Oil for cooking
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp Jeera cumin seeds
- few curry leaves
- 1/2 cabbage finely chopped
- 1/2 onion finely chopped
- 1/2 tomato finely chopped
- 1-2 tspKumta masala powder combination of 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1tsp coriander powder, and 1/2 tsp jeera powder
- Salt to taste
- Jaggery a small piece or to taste
- Fresh grated coconut for garnishing
- coriander leaves for garnishing
- Frozen peas optional
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan or kadai over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add jeera and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant. add Curry leaves and saute for 15 seconds
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent.
- Add the finely chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft and mushy.
- Add the finely chopped cabbage and mix well. Cover the pan and cook for a few minutes until the cabbage starts to soften.
- If using frozen peas, add them to the pan at this stage and mix well.
- Sprinkle kumta masala powder over the cabbage mixture. Adjust the quantity based on your desired spice level. Mix well to coat the cabbage evenly with the masala.
- Add salt to taste and mix again.
- Add a small piece of jaggery for a hint of sweetness. Adjust the quantity based on your taste preference.
- Cover the pan and cook the cabbage mixture on low heat until it is cooked through. Add a little water if required. Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.
- Once the cabbage is cooked and tender, remove from heat.
- Garnish with fresh grated coconut and coriander leaves.
- Serve the Cabbage Upkari as a side dish with rice, chapati, or any Indian bread of your choice.
- Cabbage Upkari is a flavorful and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a part of a meal. The combination of cabbage, spices, and coconut adds a delightful taste to this dish. Enjoy!
