Makai na Bharta

A flavorful Gujarati-style corn bharta made with fresh corn, spices, and sautéed aromatics.

Ingredients

• 1 kg fresh corn (niblets)
• 3 medium onions (finely chopped)
• 3 medium tomatoes (chopped)
• 6–7 green chillies (chopped)
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients

   • Boil whole corns, remove the niblets, and grind coarsely.
   • Finely chop the onions.
   • Chop tomatoes.
   • Chop green chillies.

2. Sauté the Base

   • Heat oil in a kadhai. Add cumin seeds and allow them to crackle.
   • Add the chopped onions. Sauté until they turn light brown.
   • Add green chillies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds.

3. Add the Spices

   • Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt.
   • Stir-fry briefly to release the aromas.

4. Cook the Tomatoes

   • Add chopped tomatoes.
   • Cook until they soften and blend into the masala.

5. Add and Cook the Corn

   • Add the coarsely ground corn and additional salt if needed.
   • Add a little water to adjust consistency.
   • Stir-fry for 5–10 minutes until everything combines well.

6. Serve

   • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
   • Serve hot with roti, puri, or paratha.