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tamarind

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity while being more accessible.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin provides a different flavor profile while being economical.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper offers a similar heat with a milder flavor.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Bay leaves can substitute in flavor, though not identical.

Soak tamarind in warm water until soft, then extract the juice.

Chop onion and tomato and set aside.

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

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

Stir in curry leaves, chopped onion, chopped tomato, and dried chilies; sauté until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Add turmeric, garlic, and black pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in the tamarind juice and water; bring to a boil.

Add salt; reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Adjust seasoning as needed; add chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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