No Onion No Garlic Meals|Jain Thali|South Indian Thali Recipe|Simple Veg Thali Recipe in 40 minutes

curd

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt is healthier and adds creaminess.

vegetable curry

🥗Healthier: stir-fried vegetables

💰Cheaper: mixed frozen vegetables

Stir-fried veggies are lighter and frozen options are budget-friendly.

sambar

🥗Healthier: dal

💰Cheaper: lentils

Dal is nutritious and simpler to prepare.

papadam

🥗Healthier: baked chips

💰Cheaper: crisps

Baked chips are healthier and more accessible.

Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

In a pot, add 2 cups of water and the rinsed rice, then bring to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.

In another pot, add 1/2 cup mixed vegetables and 2 tablespoons of sambar powder with enough water to cover the vegetables.

Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 10-15 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat oil and add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon of curry leaves until they splutter.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of asafoetida to the pan, then pour in the cooked vegetable mixture and stir well.

Prepare the papadams by deep-frying them in hot oil until they puff up and become crispy.

Serve the rice on a plate, alongside the vegetable curry and sambar.

Add a serving of curd, coconut chutney, pickles, and lemon wedges on the side.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

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