Shepu Bhaji: 7 Winter Special Recipes To Make With Dill Leaves

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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SUVA NI BHAJI

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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SUVA PATATA

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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SUVA KADHI

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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SHEPU BHAJI PAKORA

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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SHULFA CHINGRI BORA

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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SHEPUCHE POLE

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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AKKI ROTI

A gluten-free flatbread from Karnataka, the akki roti is a moreish breakfast delicacy to enjoy with some chutney.

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