6 Daal Sabzi Recipes By Tasty Food With Maria

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds unique flavor while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade spice mix can be tailored to taste and is often less expensive.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley provides a similar fresh taste and is often more accessible.

Heat 1/2 cup cooking oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add 1 cup finely chopped onion and fry until lightly colored, about 2-3 minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste and fry for 10 seconds.

Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons red chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1 teaspoon salt; fry for another 10 seconds.

Add 1 cup finely chopped tomato and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add 500 grams boiled red kidney beans and 1 cup red kidney bean paste; mix well.

Pour in 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low-medium and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add 1 tablespoon soaked tamarind and 4 whole green chilies; mix well and cover to cook for another 30 minutes.

Check consistency and add more water if needed during cooking.

Prepare tempering by heating 1/2 cup oil in a separate pan, add 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic and 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; fry until golden.

Pour the tempering over the cooked dish and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

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