Indian Lunch Recipes You Must Try Right Away!

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is nutritious while all-purpose flour is more affordable.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: black sesame seeds

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard seeds

Black sesame seeds offer similar flavor with added health benefits.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Bay leaves can substitute in flavor, while dried herbs are more accessible.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric adds health benefits and flavor, while ground ginger is budget-friendly.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; cook until they start to pop.

Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, and curry leaves; sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Add chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilies; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Mix in gram flour and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.

Gradually add water, stirring to avoid lumps; bring to a simmer.

Add chopped vegetables and salt; cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Adjust seasoning as needed; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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