Makai Ko Chyakhla Thali || Corn Grits Recipe || Nepali Food || Flavour Of Life

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein with similar creaminess.

maize flour

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Cornmeal is more accessible and less expensive.

pickles

🥗Healthier: fermented vegetables

💰Cheaper: store-bought pickles

Store-bought pickles are often cheaper and readily available.

Boil water in a pot until bubbling.

Add maize flour and salt to the boiling water.

Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot.

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Knead the dough until smooth and pliable.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into discs.

Heat ghee in a skillet over medium heat.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds until they splutter.

Sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown.

Add turmeric powder and green chilies; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate chopped vegetables and cook until tender.

Serve the maize discs with sautéed vegetables, yogurt, and pickles on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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