Radish curry is as authentically South Indian as anything other curries can be!
However, I am making a few modifications to make it simpler.
Here's a shareable recipe for a simple red radish curry prepared with fresh ingredients like mooli (radishes), onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices.
The whole process comes together in under 40 minutes, resulting in an incredibly flavorful curry that will satisfy your cravings.
If you are here for the first time and like radishes for their nutritional benefits, you must check out other recipes I have shared, such as south Indian radish sambar and radish fry in the air fryer.
But if you want something more unique, my mullangi stir fry will surely hit the spot!
So go ahead and give this Indian radish recipe a try you won't be disappointed! I guarantee it will become one of your favorite radish recipes. Enjoy!
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Why you'll love this
- This red radish curry is a delightful mix of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
- It's incredibly easy to make and doesn't require too many ingredients or much time.
- The key ingredient, mooli (radishes), has a unique earthy flavor that really stands out in this dish.
- This vegan-friendly recipe can be served with cumin rice or jowar roti for a complete meal.
- This mooli recipe needs very little oil to prepare.
- It can be prepared as a traditional or dry curry to suit your preference.
- Radish contains numerous health benefits such as aiding digestion, reducing inflammation, and boosting immunity.
Key Ingredients
- Fresh Radish
- Tomatoes
- Onion
- Ginger & green chilies
- Spices - You will need coriander powder, cumin, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala.
- cilantro for garnish
See the recipe card for a list of ingredients and quantities, plus recipe instructions. You can find the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Substitutions
- Radish: Add other vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and beans to this dish.
- Spicy: If you prefer a spicier curry, feel free to add more green chilies or red chili powder.
- Garnish: You can finish this dish with a chaat masala sprinkle or a yogurt dollop for extra flavor.
- Coconut oil: This dish can also be made with olive oil.
- Spices: You could also add mustard seeds and curry leaves along with cumin seeds.
How to Make Indian Radish Curry
- Place a kadai on medium heat and add a few teaspoons of oil. As the oil heats up, add cumin seeds.
- Once they start to splutter, add grated ginger and sliced green chilies.
- Add chopped onions when the ginger becomes fragrant.
- Continue to saute until the onions become soft.
- Add chopped tomatoes and sauté until everything starts to come together.
- Add all the dry spices - coriander powder, red chili, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Give it a good stir and cook for a minute.
- Add radish slices and ¼ cup water. Mix well.
- Close the lid and let it cook for 12 -15 minutes on low heat.
- Garnish with some cilantro and serve hot paired alongside steamy hot rice or roti. Enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
This mooli ki sabji side dish pairs perfectly with instant pot plain white rice or vegan besan roti.
Serve it as part of an Indian feast and with other side dishes like vegan benagli dal, Instant Pot Vegan biryani, easy vegan raita, and papadums to make a complete meal.
It's also delicious and served with spinach chapati or vegan avocado paratha, curd rice, and vegan Instant pot coconut rice.
Tips
- Make sure not to overcook the radishes as they will become mushy.
- Do not use radish leaves for this curry, as they can taste bitter in this curry.
- Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning according to your preferences.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 - 5 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave before serving.
- You could also make this mullangi curry with daikon radishes. Chop them in small cubes and follow the same steps.
Radish Curry Recipe FAQs
Yes, it taste amazing with spices, tomatoes and onions mixture.
Yes. Daikon radish works perfectly in this recipe. In fact, most Indian radish curries are made with daikon (also called mullangi). Choose firm, fresh radish for the best texture and flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors deepen over time, making it even tastier the next day.
📖 Recipe
Indian Radish Curry Recipe
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 8 red radish - chop them into circle
- 2 tomatoes - chopped
- 1 onion - chopped
- 1 green chili - sliced
- 1 teaspoon ginger - grated
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- ¼ cup water
- 2 teaspoon cilantro - chopped
Instructions
- Place a kadai on medium heat and add a oil. As the oil heats up, add cumin seeds.1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- Once they start to splutter, add grated ginger and sliced green chilies.1 teaspoon ginger, 1 green chili
- Add chopped onions when the ginger becomes fragrant.1 onion
- Continue to saute until the onions become soft.
- Add chopped tomatoes and sauté until everything starts to come together.2 tomatoes
- Add all the dry spices - coriander powder, red chili, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Give it a good stir and cook for a minute.1 teaspoon coriander powder, ½ teaspoon garam masala, ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon red chili powder, salt to taste
- Add radish slices and water.
- Close the lid and let it cook for 12 -15 minutes on low heat.8 red radish, ¼ cup water
- Garnish with some cilantro and serve hot paired alongside steamy hot rice or roti. Enjoy!2 teaspoon cilantro
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the radishes as they will become mushy.
- Do not use radish leaves for this curry, as they can taste bitter in this curry.
- Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning according to your preferences.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 - 5 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave before serving.
- You could also make this mullangi curry with daikon radishes. Chop them in small cubes and follow the same steps.
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
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