🇱🇰 5 MUST TRY Sri Lankan Vegetarian Recipes for Beginners!

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut powder

Almond milk is lower in calories, while coconut powder provides coconut flavor.

lentils

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: split peas

Chickpeas are high in protein, while split peas are often less expensive.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness and color, while jalapeños provide heat at a lower cost.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried curry leaves

Bay leaves offer a similar aromatic quality, while dried curry leaves are often more accessible.

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in chopped onions, ginger, and garlic; sauté until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

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

Mix in diced potatoes and carrots; stir to coat with spices.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer; cook for 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Add lentils and spinach; stir and cook for 5-7 minutes until lentils are soft.

Season with salt and lime juice; mix well to combine flavors.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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