Vegetarian Chicken Jalfrezi

Experience a burst of bold flavors with this vibrant Vegetarian Chicken Jalfrezi, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian stir-fry! Made with juicy vegetarian chicken-style pieces and a medley of colorful bell peppers, this quick and easy dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive vegetarian feast. The aromatic blend of cumin, garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder infuses each bite with rich, spiced goodness, while fresh ginger, garlic, and a dash of lemon juice add a zesty punch. Bright, wholesome, and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is a must-try for fans of healthy, veggie-packed curries. Serve it with warm naan or fluffy basmati rice for an unforgettable meal! Keywords: vegetarian chicken jalfrezi, plant-based jalfrezi, Indian stir-fry, quick vegetarian curry, easy weeknight recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Vegetarian chicken-style pieces
• 1 large Onion
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Fresh ginger
• 2 medium Tomato
• 2 tablespoons Tomato puree
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Slice the onion, red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic and ginger. Chop the tomatoes into small cubes.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and sauté until they start to splutter.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion to the pan and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato puree to the pan. Stir well and let it cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.

Step 6

Add turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt to the pan. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes to let the spices infuse.

Step 7

Add the vegetarian chicken-style pieces to the pan, stirring to coat them with the spice mixture. Cook for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the sliced bell peppers to the pan. Stir everything well and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the peppers are tender but still crisp.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice and half of the fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Remove from heat and garnish with the remaining cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1342.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1070.9

Total Fat 38.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5955.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 43.5g
Protein 73.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 362.2mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 2774.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 38.8%