Kachchi Haldi ki Sabji ( Raw Turmeric veggie)

Kachchi Haldi ki Sabji

A golden, healing delight from Rajasthan's winter kitchens

🌿 A Story of Tradition & Wellness - Rajasthani Turmeric Curry

Come winter, our kitchens turn into cozy healing centers, blending food with wellness. Among the gems of Rajasthani cuisine is Kachchi Haldi ki Sabji—a dish as therapeutic as it is delicious. I still remember how my mother would prepare it on cold mornings, the aroma of turmeric and spices mingling in the air and the golden hue lighting up our plates like sunshine on a chilly day.

Raw turmeric or Kachchi Haldi is nature’s powerhouse. From boosting digestion and immunity to improving skin and easing joint pain, it’s a time-tested ingredient in Indian households. But it's not just medicinal—it’s flavorful too! Cooked lovingly with spices, curd, peas and desi ghee, this raw turmeric veggiei becomes a royal side dish served in small portions due to its heat-producing nature.

Kachchi Haldi ki Sabji Recipe

Today, I’m sharing my tried-and-true recipe of Raw Turmeric veggie or Traditional Kachchi Haldi ki Sabji, the way it’s traditionally prepared in Rajasthan—flavorful, wholesome and filled with heritage. Here come recipe of winter special Haldi sabzi...

🥘 Ingredients

🌿 Main Ingredient

• Raw Turmeric (Kachchi Haldi) – 250 gm

🧄 Fresh Ingredients

• Garlic – 12–14 cloves (finely chopped)
• Ginger – 100 gm (finely chopped)
• Green Chilli – 3 (finely chopped)
• Green Peas – 100 gm
• Curd (thick) – 200 gm
• Fresh Coriander Leaves – 2 tbsp (finely chopped, for garnish)

🍃 Whole Spices

• Cloves – 3
• Bay Leaves – 2
• Green Cardamom – 3
• Black Peppercorns – 8–10
• Cinnamon Stick – 1 inch

🌶️ Ground Spices & Seasonings

• Red Chilli Powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander Powder – 2 tsp
• Salt – to taste (approx. 1 tsp)

🥄 Cooking Medium

• Desi Ghee – 100 gm

👩‍🍳 Step by Step Instructions

🔹  Step 1: Prep the Star Ingredient – Raw Turmeric

• Wash turmeric thoroughly to remove dirt and grit.
• Peel the turmeric and chop it finely into very small pieces. (Gloves recommended to avoid staining.)

🔹 Step 2: Begin the Flavour Base – Spices, Garlic & Chillies

• In a kadahi, heat desi ghee.
• Add cloves, bay leaves, cardamom, black peppercorns and cinnamon.
• Add finely chopped garlic. Sauté without letting it brown.
• Add green chilies followed by the chopped haldi.

🔹 Step 3: Sauté & Soften – Turmeric Meets Ginger

• Add finely chopped ginger (as small as turmeric pieces).
• Cook on a low to medium flame for 8–10 minutes, stirring continuously until turmeric softens.

🔹 Step 4: Enrich the Curry – Add Peas & Curd

• Add peas.
• While stirring continuously, add curd to avoid curdling.
• Add red chili powder and salt. Lower the flame.

🔹 Step 5: Layer the Spices – Season & Simmer

• Add coriander powder.
• Continue to sauté until ghee begins to separate from the mixture and a rich aroma develops—around 10–12 minutes.

🔹 Step 6: Finish & Serve – Garnish with Coriander

• Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with chapati, paratha or even Bajre ki roti.

📝 Recipe Notes & Tips For Haldi ki Sabzi

✅ Freshness matters: Choose fresh turmeric with thin skin. Always take large haldi ki ganth (Turmeric roots). Scratch with your nails to test freshness. Haldi can be peeled and the colour of haldi can be seen by scratching it with nails.

🧤 Avoid stains: Raw turmeric leaves a strong golden-yellow stain on the hands that’s difficult to remove. To avoid staining, it’s best to wear gloves while handling or chopping it.

🧈 Always use desi ghee: This sabji is traditionally prepared in ghee for flavor and medicinal value. You may remove excess ghee after cooking and reuse it in other dishes.

❄️ Storing tip: It stays well in the refrigerator for up to a week.

⚠️ Consume in moderation: As turmeric is hot in nature, it’s best enjoyed occasionally during winter. Also this dish is typically served in small portions due to its naturally warming properties.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

Serves: 6–8 (served in small portions)

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Friends, I hope you enjoy this rich and healing Kachchi Haldi ki Sabji. If you try it, don’t forget to like, comment and share your feedback. Follow Aroma from the Kitchen for more traditional Indian recipes that nourish body and soul.

🌱 Stay warm and healthy this winter!

Happy Cooking!