Rajasthani Matira Sabzi is a delicious and traditional dish made from raw watermelon (known locally as *matira*).

MaBapu Foods 🔥 Rajasthani Matira Sabzi is a delicious and traditional dish made from raw watermelon (known locally as *matira*). by Rajnish Saharan ↑ Swipe to start cooking Jump to section

Recipe Details Before you light the stove… ⏱️ 15 min Prep Time 🔥 20 min Cook Time 🍽️ 4 Servings MABAPU TM Vegetarian (Veg) Healthy Diet

What you'll need Fresh from the market 1 1 medium-sized Raw Matira (peeled and cut into small pieces) – 1 medium-sized 2 tablespoon 2 tbsp Oil or Desi Ghee (शुद्ध देसी घी) – 2 tablespoons 1 teaspoon 1 tsp Cumin Seeds (Jeera) – 1 teaspoon 1 pinch 1 pinch Asafoetida (Hing) – 1 pinch 1 1 medium-sized Onion, finely chopped (प्याज़) – 1 medium-sized 8 8 to 10 cloves Garlic, crushed (लहसुन) – 8 to 10 cloves 3 3 to 4 Green Chilies, finely chopped (हरी मिर्च) – 3 to 4 0.5 teaspoon ½ tsp Turmeric Powder (Haldi) – ½ teaspoon +4 more in the full recipe ↗

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01 Step Phase 1: Preparation & Setup Wash the watermelon thoroughly, peel the outer rind, and cut into 1 cm cubes. Set aside in a bowl.

02 Step Phase 1: Preparation & Setup Measure 2 tbsp oil or desi ghee, 1 tsp cumin seeds, pinch of hing, finely chop the onion, crush the garlic cloves, and finely chop the green chilies. Prepare a small bowl for the spice paste.

03 Step Phase 2: Sautéing Aromatics & Foundation Heat a kadhai on medium flame. Add 2 tbsp oil or ghee, then add cumin seeds, hing, and crushed garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until the spices crackle and release aroma.

04 Step Phase 2: Sautéing Aromatics & Foundation Add the finely chopped onion and green chilies. Sauté on medium flame for 3–4 minutes until the onion turns light pink and the chilies soften slightly.

05 Step Phase 3: Cooking Main Produce/Proteins & Simmering In a small bowl, mix red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt with 1 tbsp water to form a smooth paste.

06 Step Phase 3: Cooking Main Produce/Proteins & Simmering Add the spice paste to the pan and cook on medium flame for 2 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the masala.

07 Step Phase 3: Cooking Main Produce/Proteins & Simmering Add the cut watermelon cubes to the pan. Stir gently to coat all pieces with the masala.

08 Step Phase 3: Cooking Main Produce/Proteins & Simmering Cover the pan, reduce flame to low (dheemi aanch), and simmer for 3–5 minutes until the watermelon becomes tender but still retains its shape.

🇮🇳 FSSAI™ COMPLIANT VEG शाकाहारी 🇺🇸 USDA™ FoodData™ Verified Per Serving · FSSAI Schedule II Nutritional Information Serving Size: 2 pieces per person 232 kcal Energy / ऊर्जा · 971 kJ 12% % Adult RDA* 13.5g Protein 11.4g Carbohydrates 14.7g Total Fat Dietary Fiber 3.4g Total Sugars 1.1g Sodium 269mg Potassium 278mg *Percent Daily Values (% RDA) based on 2,000 kcal diet (ICMR-NIN 2020 / FSSAI). Verified via reference nutrition databases. View Full FSSAI Label

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