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Undhiyu – Traditional Gujarati Winter Special

Undhiyu is a signature Gujarati mixed vegetable curry traditionally prepared in winter with seasonal vegetables, fenugreek dumplings (muthia), and aromatic spices. Cooked slowly in earthen pots, this dish is a celebration of flavors and is especially popular during Uttarayan (kite festival).

🥗 Health Benefits

  • ✅ Rich in seasonal vegetables and nutrients.
  • ✅ Includes fenugreek muthia, great for digestion.
  • ✅ Balanced dish of protein, fiber, and antioxidants.

Undhiyu – Traditional Gujarati Winter Special

Undhiyu is a signature Gujarati mixed vegetable curry traditionally prepared in winter with seasonal vegetables, fenugreek dumplings (muthia), and aromatic spices. Cooked slowly in earthen pots, this dish is a celebration of flavors and is especially popular during Uttarayan (kite festival).
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Gujrati food, Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • Vegetables:
  • 1 cup surti papdi flat beans
  • 1 cup baby potatoes
  • 1 cup purple yam suran
  • 1 cup small brinjals
  • ½ cup raw banana pieces
For Muthia (fenugreek dumplings):
  • 1 cup fenugreek leaves methi, chopped
  • ½ cup besan
  • ½ cup wheat flour
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • Salt & oil
For Masala Paste:
  • ½ cup grated coconut
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp roasted peanuts
  • 2 tsp ginger-garlic-green chili paste
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tbsp jaggery
  • Lemon juice

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prepare muthia by mixing ingredients, shaping into small dumplings, and frying until golden.
  2. Make masala paste with coconut, peanuts, sesame, ginger-garlic paste, spices, jaggery, and lemon juice.
  3. Stuff masala into brinjals and bananas.
  4. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan, add all vegetables and masala, mix well.
  5. Cook on low flame, covered, for 35–40 mins, stirring occasionally. Add fried muthia towards the end.

Notes

🍽️ Serving Suggestions
  • Best enjoyed with puri or hot phulka rotis.
  • Traditionally served with shrikhand or jalebi during festivals.
 
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I make Undhiyu without surti papdi?
A: Yes, but surti papdi gives authentic flavor. Substitute with green beans.
Q: Can I bake instead of frying muthia?
A: Yes, for a healthier version you can steam or bake them.
Q: Is Undhiyu spicy?
A: It’s mildly spiced but can be adjusted to taste.