Mushroom Bhaji (Indian Mushroom Curry)

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 Onion (finely chopped)
• 400 grams Mushrooms (closed cup, baby button or chestnut)
• 2 cloves Garlic Cloves (finely chopped)
• 1 Red Chilli (finely chopped - adjust amount and type used to your taste.)
• 1 Handful Fresh Coriander (Cilantro) (Separate stems for Cooking / Leaves for Garnish)
• 1 tbsp Curry Powder (or garam masala)
• 2 tsp English Mustard
• 1 tsp White Wine Vinegar
• 1 tbsp Tomato Puree
• Salt and Black Pepper (season to test)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare ingredients:Chop 400 grams Mushrooms into quarters.Finely chop 1 Onion, 2 cloves Garlic Cloves and 1 Red Chilli.

2. 2

   Coriander: Remove the 1 Handful Fresh Coriander (Cilantro) from the stalks and save them for garnish. Finely chop the stem ends for use in cooking.

3. 3

   Onions: Heat 2 tbsp Olive Oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add chopped onions.

4. 4

   Soften: Next, add the chopped mushrooms. Cook until onions and mushrooms have softened, stirring occasionally. (about 15 minutes)

5. 5

   Fry: Then add the garlic, chilli and coriander stalks. Stir fry for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Curry Powder: Stir in the 1 tbsp Curry Powder.

7. 7

   Mustard: Add 2 tsp English Mustard and 1 tsp White Wine Vinegar

8. 8

   Puree: Next, add 1 tbsp Tomato Puree

9. 9

   Season: Stir through, and add Salt and Black Pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Simmer for about 10 minutes uncovered until sauce is thick.

11. 11

    Serve as a main or side dish with coriander leaves sprinkled on top.