చిక్కుడుకాయ కందిబ్యాళ్ళ పులుసు | Side dish for Roti Chapathi Pulka & Rice

chikkudukaya

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini provides a similar texture and is healthier, while green beans are more affordable.

mustard seeds

💰Cheaper: black mustard seeds

Black mustard seeds are often cheaper and more readily available.

curry leaves

💰Cheaper: bay leaves

Bay leaves can be a more accessible substitute.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used as a less expensive herb substitute.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; cook until they start to pop.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped green chilies and curry leaves; sauté for another minute.

Mix in chopped chikkudukaya and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.

Add chopped tomatoes and stir well; cook until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle turmeric, red chili powder, and coriander powder; mix thoroughly.

Season with salt and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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