Indian Weekly Meal Planning For Summer ~ Indian Meal Planning Ideas ~ Ami's Lifestyle

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while buttermilk is often cheaper.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is more nutritious, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers provide a milder flavor, while cayenne is often less expensive.

Whisk yogurt in a bowl until smooth and creamy.

Add gram flour to the yogurt and mix until well combined.

Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring to avoid lumps.

Add turmeric powder, salt, and jaggery to the mixture and combine well.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; cook until they splutter.

Stir in asafoetida, ginger, green chilies, and curry leaves; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour the yogurt mixture into the pot, stirring continuously to prevent curdling.

Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add chili powder and garam masala; mix well and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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