10 mins Lunch Box Recipes| Indian Lunch Box Ideas| Quick & Instant Lunch Box Recipes - Leftover Rice

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa provides more protein and fiber, while bulgur is often less expensive.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: pumpkin

Zucchini is lower in calories, and pumpkin is often cheaper.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while jalapeños can be more affordable.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

Heat oil and ghee in a pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Add urad dal, cashew nuts, chopped onion, red chili, curry leaves, and garlic pods. Sauté until onions are translucent.

Stir in chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, capsicum, and grated carrot. Mix well.

Add cooked rice, pepper powder, and salt. Stir to combine and cook for a few minutes until heated through.

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