Basic Indian Spices | All About Spices Benefits | Indian Traditional Masala Box | Chef Ruchi Bharani

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often more affordable and convenient.

kitchen king masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: basic spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric)

Homemade blends allow for control over ingredients and cost.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley is a common substitute that is less expensive.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

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

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in chopped onion and cook until translucent, 3-4 minutes.

Add ginger, garlic, and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, roasted cumin seed powder, garam masala powder, and salt; stir well.

Add mixed vegetables and mix to coat with spices.

Pour in a splash of water, cover, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in additional spices like asafoetida, raw mango powder, chaat masala, and pepper powder; cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro and lemon juice.

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