Green apple tomatillo subzi ( apple and tomatillo subzi)

Apple is the most popular fruit which may be the reason for the popular saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away"!

Apples are high in fiber, and many antioxidants. They are very filling. They are high in carbohydrate and sugar content, but they have very low glycemic index. They are rich in vitamin C and potassium which are very beneficial for health.


Health benefits of apples are numerous, like, antioxidant benefits, cardiovascular benefits for blood sugar control, anti-cancer benefits and anti-asthma.

A variety of recipes can be tried with raw apples. Here I am giving a subzi recipe where I have used some tomatillos also to add to the taste and flavor.

In USA, many green apples which are still not ripe are available in abundance. In India, Granny Smith apples, which are available in super markets or some locally grown apples are good for this dish,

 

Ingredients:

•      5 or 6 green apples
•      4 or 5 tomatillos
•      1 inch cinnamon stick
•      1/2 Tsp. jeera seeds
•      1/4 Tsp. turmeric powder
•      1/4 Tsp. chile powder
•      1/2 Tsp. coriander powder
•      2 Tsp. jaggery
•      1 Tsp. sambar powder
•      2 Tsp. oil
•      Salt to taste

Directions:

1.      Dehusk and soak tomatillos in soap water.
2.      Scrub them well so that the gluey stuff is cleaned off.
3.      Wash them well and dice them into small pieces.
4.      Wash and peel apples.
5.      Cut them into uniform pieces.
6.      Heat oil in a thick pan.
7.      Add cinnamon stick and jeera seeds.
8.      Cook for a minute and add tomatillo pieces. 
9.      Mix them well and cook till the pieces are mushy.
10.      Add turmeric, chile and coriander powders and keep stirring.
11.      Add apple pieces and about half a cup of water.
12.      Add jaggery and mix well.
13.      Cover and let cook on low heat.
14.      After about 10 minutes, check the apple pieces whether they are soft.
15.      Add sambar powder and salt.
16.      Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes.
17.      Transfer to serving bowl and garnish with cilantro.

     It is a tasty side dish for rice and roti.