Lasia Spinosa/Stem Curry ဇရစ်ပင်ဟင်း Kohila Ala Curry(Sri Lankan Cuisine)~All About Food by kSkk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut powder

Almond milk offers a lower calorie option while maintaining creaminess.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried curry leaves

Bay leaves add a mild flavor as a substitute.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add fenugreek seeds and cook until fragrant.

Stir in sliced onion, chopped garlic, and sauté until softened.

Add sliced green chilies and curry leaves; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Incorporate turmeric powder, curry powder, and chili powder; stir for 1 minute to bloom the spices.

Add cut and cleaned lasia stalk and mix well to coat with spices.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

Season with salt and crushed black pepper; cover and cook until lasia stalk is tender.

Adjust seasoning if necessary.

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