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Oven-Roasted Indian Cabbage

A healthy and flavorful dish featuring oven-roasted cabbage and carrots, enhanced with spices and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dressing and spices
  • 3 tablespoons peanut oil or sesame oil
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 2 teaspoons chopped green chilies remove seeds to lower heat
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
For the vegetables
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 8-10 pieces curry leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh grated coconut
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Lemon juice as per taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped shallots or onions optional
  • 4 tablespoons crushed peanuts or sesame seeds, roasted optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the peanut oil, grated ginger, chopped green chilies, cumin seeds, turmeric, red pepper flakes, and salt.
  3. Add the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and curry leaves to the bowl. Toss everything well to coat.
Roasting
  1. Spread the mixture evenly on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  2. Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the cabbage is tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
  3. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh grated coconut, chopped cilantro, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
  4. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with crushed peanuts or sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor.
  5. Serve hot with rice.

Notes

Make sure to cut the cabbage and carrots into even pieces for even cooking. Adjust the spice levels by changing the amount of green chilies or red pepper flakes based on your preference. Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition and variation. If you like a crunchier texture, roast for a few extra minutes but keep an eye to prevent burning.