Tra Vigne Cookbook: Seasons in the California Wine Country
by Chiarello, Michael and Wisner, Penelope Robust and unforgettable classics from renowned Napa restaurant - herb gnocci with braised lamb shanks and wild mushrooms...

1. FRENCH BEAN AND POTATO BHAJI Heat the oil over medium heat and add the mustard seeds. As soon as the seeds pop, add the cumin seeds, then the onions, red chilies and fenugreek. ... Ingredients: 12  (oil .. seeds .. strips .. turmeric ...)

2. GREEN BEAN BHAJI Remove ends from green beans. Place a handful at a time on a board and slice them into cross sections 1/8 to 1/4 inch wide. Heat oil in large, heavy ... Ingredients: 7  (beans .. oil .. salt ...)

3. MIXED VEGETABLE BHAJI Heat the oil in a wide shallow pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and as soon as they begin to pop, add the cumin seeds and the red chilies. ... Ingredients: 12  (carrots .. oil .. onions .. seeds .. strips .. whole ...)

4. MUSHROOM BHAJI Heat the oil over medium heat and fry the onions until they are lightly browned. Lower heat and add the garlic, turmeric, chili powder, coriander and ... Ingredients: 10  (oil .. puree .. turmeric ...) ADVERTISEMENT

5. PAW BHAJI Cut all the vegetables in small pieces. Place potatoes, cauliflower, peas, beans, bell pepper and eggplant in a vegetable steamer and steam until ... Ingredients: 18  (beans .. buns .. chilies .. cilantro .. eggplant ...)

6. SPINACH BHAJI Fry onions in 5 ounces butter until almost browned. Add spices and fry 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and mash or chop until liquid evaporates. Add spinach. ... Ingredients: 8  (onions .. spinach .. turmeric ...)

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