Mushroom Pepper Fry (Pepper Mushroom)

Step 1

To make mushroom pepper fry, first make the spice powder. Add fennel seeds and black pepper to a grinder jar and powder them.

Step 2

Pour oil to a hot pan. Add cumin seeds and chopped garlic. Saute until the garlic smells good for a minute or so.

Step 3

Add tomatoes, salt and turmeric. Cook until the tomatoes break down and become mushy and soft.

Step 4

Next add capsicum, chilies and onions. Saute on a high flame until the raw smell of onions is gone.

Step 5

Add mushrooms & fry on a high heat for 3 mins. If you see the mushrooms letting out moisture, stir fry on the highest heat until the mushrooms become slightly tender.

Step 6

Then add crushed pepper, fennel seeds and curry leaves. Fry for 2 to 3 mins until you begin to smell the spices good.

Step 7

Turn off when the mushrooms are done to your liking. Do not overcook as they become mushy. Remove mushroom pepper fry to a wide serving bowl and leave uncovered for a while to avoid building up moisture.

Step 8

Serve mushroom pepper fry with rice or roti. or stuff it to make wraps and sandwiches.