Lili Makai No Chevdo Recipe - લીલી મકાઈ નો ચેવડો | Monsoon Special Makai No Chevdo Guajrati

corn flakes

🥗Healthier: puffed rice

💰Cheaper: toasted oats

Puffed rice is lighter and lower in calories.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

chickpea flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is more commonly available.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Dried spices are usually more affordable.

Remove kernels from 4 corn cobs using a knife

Grate the corn kernels coarsely

Heat 1 tablespoon oil and some ghee in a non-stick kadhai

Add 1 teaspoon cumin and let it crackle

Add 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida, 8-10 curry leaves, and 5-6 finely chopped green chilies

Grate 1/2 inch ginger and add it to the kadhai

Cook for 2 minutes on low flame

Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

Add the grated corn and mix well, sauté for 2-3 minutes

Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes on low flame

Add 1/2 cup milk and stir continuously for 2 minutes

Add salt to taste, juice of 1/2 lemon, and 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Mix well and let it dry out

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander and serve with chat masala, thin sev, and grated coconut

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