By Devi Poojari
January 22, 2024
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Also known as soya saag, dill leaves or shepu bhaji is one of the most diversely used seasonal ingredients during the colder months, in India. Here’s a list of various delicacies that are savoured during the winter, that is rich with the herby flavours of this local green.
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A Gujarati preparation of dill leaves cooked with moong dal and a handful of spices, this dry preparation is enjoyed with rotis.
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Similar to the Sindhi delicacy of fried potatoes cooked with methi, replace fresh fenugreek with dill leaves for a sabzi that also doubles up as fillings for lunch wraps or sandwiches.
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Add a hit of herbal goodness with the addition of freshly chopped dill to a delicious pot of steaming kadhi that you can eat with rice and some lime pickle.
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Mix in aromatic dill leaves into pakora batter for the crispiest fritters to snack on, with a hot cup of tea on the side.
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A Bengali-style fritter of dill leaves and tiny prawns, this bora is a long-forgotten heirloom recipe that celebrates the winter herb.
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Goan-style savoury pancakes that are flavoured and tinged green, make for the perfect breakfast to indulge in on a chilly winter morning.
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A gluten-free flatbread from Karnataka, the akki roti is a moreish breakfast delicacy to enjoy with some chutney.
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