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mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option while vegetable oil is more economical.

fermented leafy greens

🥗Healthier: fresh spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Fresh spinach offers a similar texture and flavor while cabbage is more affordable.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are nutritious and can be cheaper than lentils.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide similar heat, while bell peppers can be a milder, cheaper alternative.

Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak lentils in water for at least 30 minutes.

Boil water in a pot and add soaked lentils; cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add rice; cook until fluffy, about 15-20 minutes.

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

Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant and golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Stir in turmeric, coriander, cumin, salt, and black pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add boiled lentils to the spice mixture; stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.

Peel and chop potatoes; add them to boiling water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

In a separate pan, stir-fry fermented leafy greens with salt and green chilies for 5-7 minutes.

Serve rice, lentils, potatoes, and stir-fried greens together on a plate.

Cooking Techniques

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