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yellow peas

🥗Healthier: split mung beans

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Split mung beans are lower in calories and chickpeas are often more affordable.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier and vegetable oil is generally less expensive.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade blends can be tailored for health, and curry powder is often cheaper.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley is a good low-calorie substitute, while dried cilantro is more cost-effective.

Soak yellow peas in water overnight or for at least 6 hours.

Drain the soaked peas and rinse under cold water.

Boil the peas in fresh water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until it smokes slightly.

Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

Mix in chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger, garlic, and green chilies; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt; mix well.

Add the boiled peas to the mixture and stir to combine.

Pour in a little water if the mixture is too thick; simmer for 5-10 minutes.

Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro; stir well.

Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

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