Vegetable curry with cashews

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonGhee
2eachesGarlic cloves, chopped
¼teaspoonCayenne
2teaspoonsCoriander
1teaspoonCumin
1teaspoonTurmeric
1each3/4\" piece of ginger, sliced
2mediumsEggplants
1smallCauliflower, divided into florets
2mediumsPotatoes, diced
4ouncesGreen beans, chopped
1eachFresh green chili, chopped
2ouncesGrated coconut
4ouncesBoiling water
1poundsTomatoes, skinned & chopped
Salt
4ouncesToasted cashews

Directions

Heat ghee in large skillet & fry the garlic & spices for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently.

Blanch eggplants in boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes. Drain & dice them.

Add all the vegetables, including the chili, to the pan. Fry gently for 7 minutes, stirring to mix thoroughly. Dissolve grated coconut in the boiling water & mix with vegetables. Add tomatoes, cover & cook for 20 minutes.

Just before serving, stir in toasted cashews & serve over rice.

Sarah Brown's "Vegetarian Cookbook"