Balti Stir-fried Vegetables with Cashew Nuts Recipe

This quick and versatile stir-fry will accommodate most other combinations of vegetables.

Ingredients

  • courgettes - 2
  • spring onions - 1 medium bunch
  • green beans - 115g/4 oz
  • red and green pepper - 1 for each, medium, seeded
  • carrots - 2, medium
  • curry leaves - 4-6
  • cashew nuts - 10-12
  • cumin seeds - ½ tsp
  • dried red chilies - 4
  • fresh mint leaves
  • oil - 1 tbsp
  • lemon juice - 2 tbsp
  • salt - 1 tsp

Method

  • Cut the courgettes, carrots, and peppers into matchsticks, chopped the spring onions and halved the beans, set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a wok and fry the curry leaves, dried chilies, and cumin seeds for a minutes.
  • Add the vegetables and nuts and stir. Add the lemon juice and salt. Continue to stir for 3-5 minutes.
  • Place the vegetables on a dish and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serves 4.

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