❄️🌱 Some useful tips on sowing and caring for vegetables in winter

🌿💪 If you take some extra care in winter sowing of vegetable seeds and seedling, the yield is better. Here are some #easy_steps:

🌱 #prepare_the_soil_well_before_sowing_seeds: Fertile and well-drained soil is important for seed germination.

🌱 #Take_Proper_Care_of_Forage: Water the seedlings regularly, but avoid overwatering.

🌱 #protect_from_the_cold: You can give thin cover over the saplings to protect them from winter fog and snow.

🌿💪 #Ensure_the_right_light: Seedlings will grow faster if they get enough sunlight.

Red Palm Oil Roasted Winter Vegetables

93歳の叔母の畑で採れた白菜、大根、カブ、ただ今発酵中✨

This vegan and gluten-free dish combines the warmth of curry with the comfort of noodles, crispy tofu, and a medley of winter vegetables. It's a satisfying meal that's easy to make and perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients: 200g gluten-free noodles. 200g firm tofu, pressed and cubed. 2 tbsp olive oil, divided. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 onion, sliced. 1 bell pepper, sliced. 2 carrots, julienned. 1 cup broccoli florets. 1 cup cauliflower florets. 2 tbsp curry powder. 1 can 400ml coconut milk. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the noodles. Remove the water and set it aside. Warm up 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat. Take about 5 to 7 minutes to cook the tofu until it is crispy on all sides after adding it. Take the tofu out of the pan and set it aside. Heat the last tablespoon of olive oil in the same pan. Cut up some garlic and onion and add them. Cook the onion until it turns clear. Put broccoli, cauliflower, bell pepper, and carrots in the pan. After about 5 to 7 minutes, the vegetables should be soft but still crisp. Add the curry powder and cook for one more minute. Put the coconut milk in and bring it to a low boil. Allow the flavors to blend for 5 minutes while cooking. Put cooked noodles and tofu that's been fried into the pan. Put all of it together and mix it well until the noodles and tofu are covered in the curry sauce. Add pepper and salt to taste. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Roasted winter vegetables and a creamy, dairy-free aioli made from silken tofu go well together in this recipe. These vegetables are roasted to perfection and served with a tangy and flavorful aioli made from tofu. They are perfect for a cozy winter dinner or holiday get-together.

Ingredients: 300g mixed winter vegetables such as carrots, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower. 200g silken tofu. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons lemon juice. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Start by heating the oven up to 400F 200C. Cut up the winter vegetables so they are easy to eat. Spread the vegetables out on a baking sheet. Add some olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. For 20 to 25 minutes, or until soft and golden brown, roast in an oven that has already been heated. Put the minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Add more seasoning to taste and blend until smooth and creamy. The silken tofu aioli should be served on the side so that the roasted winter vegetables can be dipped in it or drizzled over it. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Winter is the most rewarding season for gardening in India. The temperature stays cool, pests are fewer, and most vegetables grow faster and taste better. Whether you have a home garden, terrace garden, or a small kitchen garden, you can easily grow fresh organic veggies during the winter months.

Below is a simple and practical guide on the best winter vegetables, their growing requirements, and care tips.

 1. Spinach (Palak)

Spinach grows extremely well in winter and doesn’t need much space.

How to Grow:

Container: 6–8 inch pots or any shallow grow bag like- 24 x 9 inch size grow bags

Soil Mix: Compost-rich, well-drained

Sowing: Sprinkle seeds and cover lightly

Sunlight: 4–5 hours

Harvest: 30–40 days (cut-and-grow-again)

 2. Fenugreek (Methi)

Perfect for beginners and ideal for balconies and kitchen gardens.

How to Grow:

Container: Any tray or pot or Grow Bags

Sowing: Soak the seeds for 2 hours → Scatter → Cover lightly

Watering: Keep soil slightly moist

Harvest: 20–25 days

3. Carrot (Gajar)

Carrots thrive in cool weather and grow well in deep pots.

How to Grow:

Container: Minimum 12–15 inch deep

Soil: Loose, sandy soil (no stones)

Sowing: Sprinkle seeds, do not bury deep

Sunlight: 5–6 hours

Harvest: 80–100 days

 4. Peas (Matar)

One of the easiest and most productive winter vegetables.

How to Grow:

Container: 12-inch pot or grow bag

Support: Provide net/trellis

Sowing: 1–2 seeds per hole

Sunlight: 5–6 hours

Harvest: 60–70 days

5. Cauliflower & Cabbage

Both are classic winter vegetables and grow well in large containers.

How to Grow:

Container: 12–15 inch pots, 1 plant per pot or Grow Bags

Soil: Nutrient-rich with plenty of compost

Sunlight: 5+ hours

Harvest: 70–100 days depending on variety