Mixed Vegetable Stir Fry with Nuvvula Podi
Mixed Vegetable Vepudu is a weeknight staple in most South Indian homes — quick, dry, and deeply satisfying. What lifts this version is Nutty Nuvvula Podi added straight into the kadai, coating each piece of vegetable in a roasted, nutty sesame crust as it cooks. The result is a vepudu that has real body and a gentle heat from the endu mirchi — no extra masala needed.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 2 | Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Nutty Nuvvula Podi
- 2 cups mixed vegetables, cut into small pieces (carrot, beans, capsicum, potato — any combination)
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp mustard seeds (aavalu)
- 8-10 leaves curry leaves (karivepaku)
- 2 dried red chillies (endu mirchi)
- 1/4 tsp turmeric (pasupu)
- salt to taste salt
Method
- Heat oil in a kadai on medium-high flame. Once the oil shimmers, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add the dried red chillies and curry leaves — they will crackle and turn fragrant within seconds.
- Add the mixed vegetables and turmeric. Toss well to coat, then spread them out in the kadai and cook on high heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges start to brown and the vegetables are just tender.
- Lower the flame and sprinkle the Nutty Nuvvula Podi evenly over the vegetables. Toss everything together so the sesame coats each piece — you will see the podi darken slightly as it toasts against the hot vegetables.
- Taste for salt and adjust. Cook for one more minute so the sesame crust sets, then take off the heat. Serve hot with roti or as a side with annam and dal.
✓ High Protein | ✓ High Fibre | ✓ Rich in Iron | ✓ Source of Calcium | ✓ Source of Potassium
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Nutty Nuvvula Podi should I add to a vegetable stir-fry?
Two teaspoons of Nutty Nuvvula Podi is enough to season a stir-fry for two people. Add it at the end of cooking over a lowered flame so the sesame toasts slightly without burning.
What vegetables work best with Nuvvula Podi in a stir-fry?
Beans, carrot, capsicum, raw banana, and raw papaya all work beautifully with Nutty Nuvvula Podi — the roasted sesame pairs especially well with vegetables that have a firm texture after cooking.
How long does Nutty Nuvvula Podi stay fresh once opened?
Nutty Nuvvula Podi stays fresh for up to 6 months from the date of manufacture when stored in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. Avoid moisture near the jar.
Is this stir-fry suitable for young children?
Yes — Nutty Nuvvula Podi contains no preservatives, no added colours, and is made with just roasted sesame, dried red chilli, and salt, making it a clean, wholesome seasoning for kids. Reduce the quantity slightly for very young children if you prefer a milder heat.