Masala Mogri Recipe (Green Mogri)
Tarla Dalal
• Updated : Jan 19, 2026
Masala Mogri is a delicious Indian vegetable dish made using fresh green mogri, the tender pods of radish plants. This simple yet flavorful sabzi is cooked with aromatic spices, onions, and minimal oil, making it both tasty and healthy. The natural crunch of mogri pairs beautifully with traditional Indian masalas, giving a mildly spicy and earthy flavor. It is quick to prepare and goes perfectly with chapati, paratha, or dal-rice meals. Rich in fiber and nutrients, Masala Mogri is an excellent choice for everyday cooking and adds variety to regular vegetable dishes.
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About Masala Mogri, Green Mogri Subzi
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Winter in India brings a bounty of unique seasonal produce, and mogri (green radish pods) is a true hidden gem of the season. Its distinct, delightful flavor is so satisfying that it requires minimal effort in the kitchen; a basic tempering and a hint of coriander powder are all you need to create a flavorful side dish.
This Masala Mogri recipe is incredibly fast and simple to prepare, making it an essential winter addition to your menu whenever you find fresh pods at the market.
You can serve it with Roti and Onion Raita .
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Total Time
13 Mins
Makes
2 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup stringed and chopped green radish pods (mogri)
- 2 tsp oil
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
- 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
- 1 slit green chilli
- 1/4 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
- salt to taste
Method
- Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds, asafoetida and green chilli and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
- When the seeds crackle, add the radish pods, coriander seeds powder and salt and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Masala Mogri, Green Mogri Subzi recipe with step by step photos
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To make the Masala Mogri, Green Mogri Ssbzi, Heat the 2 tsp oil in a deep non-stick pan.
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Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson).
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Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing).
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Add 1 slit green chilli and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.
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When the seeds crackle, add the 1 cup stringed and chopped green radish pods (mogri), 1/4 tsp coriander (dhania) powder and salt to taste and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Serve Masala Mogri, Green Mogri Sabzi immediately.
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- What is Masala Mogri (Green Mogri) Subzi?
It’s a simple Gujarati-style stir-fried dish made with mogri (green radish pods), tempered with mustard seeds, hing and green chilli. - What is mogri?
Mogri refers to green radish pods the tender seed pods of the radish plant, often used in winter Indian cooking. - How much time does it take to make this subzi?
Prep time is about 10 minutes and cooking time is just 3 minutes, so total time is approximately 13 minutes. - What ingredients are needed?
The basic ingredients include green mogri, oil, mustard seeds, asafoetida (hing), green chilli, coriander powder and salt to taste. - Do I need any special equipment?
No; a deep non-stick pan or regular pan is sufficient to prepare the subzi. - What is the cooking method?
Heat oil, add mustard seeds, hing and chilli; then add chopped mogri, coriander powder and salt and sauté for 2–3 minutes. - How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 2 servings. - What to serve it with?
It pairs well with roti and onion raita or can be enjoyed as a side dish with any Indian meal. - Can I adjust spices or add other ingredients?
Yes while the original is simple, many people add turmeric or other spices or pair with peanuts/coconut in variations of mogri subzi. (Common variations beyond the original recipe; general cooking practice) - Is this dish healthy or low in calories?
Yes per serving it contains around 45 calories, mostly from the oil used, making it a low-calorie side dish.
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1. Wash and Trim Well
Before you start, make sure to wash the green mogri (radish pods) thoroughly and trim the ends properly. Clean pods cook better and give a fresher flavor.
2. Maintain Slight Crunch
Cook the mogri for just 2–3 minutes as mentioned in the recipe so it stays slightly crisp and not mushy overcooking can make it too soft.
3. Enhance with Extra Spices (Optional)
While the original is simple, you can add a pinch of turmeric or red chili powder for more color and mild heat if you like.
4. Add Texture for Flavor
Sprinkle some fresh grated coconut or roasted peanuts just before serving it adds great texture and a nutty flavor.
5. Serve Fresh and Hot
This dish tastes best when served immediately while warm, with rotis or rice and a cooling raita.
6. Low-Oil Option
Use a non-stick pan and reduce oil slightly to make it more diet-friendly without losing taste.
7. Add Fresh Herbs at End
Finish with fresh coriander leaves for brightness and aroma just before serving. (General cooking tip)
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 45 Calories |
| Protein | 0.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Fat | 5.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
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Namita
Jan. 25, 2021, 7:23 p.m.
You haven''t mentioned when to add salt
Tarla Dalal
Jan. 25, 2021, 7:23 p.m.
Dear Namita, recipe has been updated and thanks for pointing out the error. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback.
Healthy Eating
June 10, 2020, 3:17 p.m.
Mogri is a healthy accompaniment to Indian food and goes well with roti.
Priyavandana
May 15, 2012, 12:28 p.m.
Tarla ji I am big fan of yours. Plz can u give recipe for purple mogri. We have raita recipe but not sabji recipe. Are both mogri same or they have different tastes?? Plz reply Thank you
Tarla Dalal
May 15, 2012, 12:28 p.m.
Hi Priyavandana, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you liked them. Happy Cooking !!
