| Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 50 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 630 | 18g | 4g | 105g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 10g | 15g | 16g | 1.2g |
Why I Love Indian Vegetable Frankie Roll Bowl
As a native New Yorker who is deeply mesmerized by the city’s diverse culinary landscape, my excitement knows no bounds when I come across a dish that simply wraps this diversity in a delightful, savory package. Enter the Vegetable Frankie Roll Bowl, a testament to combining classic Indian street food with the convenience of a bowl meal.
A Harmony of Flavors
The Vegetable Frankie Roll Bowl is not just a dish – it’s an experience. With its numerous spices, array of colorful veggies, and the rustic charm of homemade wheat rotis, it has the power to ignite a celebration of flavors in your mouth. It brings together spices and ingredients that mirror the culinary diaspora of the many cultures that call NYC their home. This tasteful symphony of flavors in a bowl is what compelled me to fall in love with this recipe.
Cultural Fusion in a Bowl
For those unaware, a Frankie, aka Kathi roll, is India’s answer to the wrap, while bowls are a universally loved meal category. When these two meet, the result is a Vegetable Frankie Roll Bowl. Just like New York City itself – a unique blend of various cultures – this recipe represents fusion at its best. You may find this dish to have a similar comfort to your beloved burrito bowl, but with a distinctive Indian touch.
Imagine sharing a meal that brings together the best of the East and the West, echoing the diversity of a NYC bistro. This recipe reminds me of some creations by Chef Gordon Ramsay, who often combines elements from different culinary worlds to create something entirely unique; an homage to a global community of food.
Experimentation and Pairings
This recipe is versatile and loves experimentation. Much like how a burger can be customized to anyone’s preference in New York, you can tweak the ingredients as per your tastes and dietary needs. It is a standalone dish but can also be paired wonderfully with a refreshing cucumber and mint lassi or a tangy pickle-brined chickpea salad.
Food has always been a way to distill the essence of a place, and I find that the Vegetable Frankie Roll Bowl does just that. It captures the spirit of openness, creativity, and cultural exchange inherent in New York and brings it to your dinner table. Rekindle your love of cooking and bring a slice of cosmopolitan culinary artistry right in your kitchen with this fantastic recipe. Bon Appétit!
What You’ll Need
- 2 cups Basmati rice
- 6 cups water
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 green chillies, chopped
- 1 inch piece ginger, grated
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, capsicum), chopped
- 2 cups boiled potatoes, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- Water for kneading dough
- Butter for brushing the rotis
- 6 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 6 servings of your favorite green chutney
- 2 cups shredded cabbage for topping
- 2 cups shredded carrots for topping
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes for topping
Method
Step One
First, start by washing the 2 cups Basmati rice until the water runs clear. Then, cook the rice in 6 cups of water. Once the rice is cooked, drain and set it aside for later.
Step Two
While the rice is cooking, heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add in the 2 finely chopped onions, 2 chopped green chilies, the grated piece of ginger, and 4 minced cloves of garlic. Sauté these ingredients until the onions turn golden brown.
Step Three
Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the pan and fry them until they start to crackle. Then, add 1 teaspoon each of turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well.
Step Four
Add the chopped mixed vegetables and boiled potatoes, mix well, then cover the pan and let everything simmer for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked.
Step Five
Once the vegetables are cooked, add chopped coriander leaves, salt to taste, and the cooked rice. Mix everything well and set aside.
Step Six
In a separate bowl, add 2 cups of whole wheat flour and slowly add water while kneading until you have a soft and pliable dough. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
Step Seven
Roll each portion of the dough into a thin round roti and cook it on a preheated skillet until both sides are lightly browned. Brush each side of the roti with butter.
Step Eight
Spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise over each hot roti, then spoon the vegetable and rice mixture into the centre. Add a serving of green chutney and top with shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, and chopped tomatoes.
Step Nine
Roll up the roti to form a wrap. Cut the roll in half, and your Vegetable Frankie Roll Bowl is ready to be served!
