Organic Nepali Food Recipe: Rayo Saag, Masem Dal, Sidra Ko Achar with Rice Cooking Eating in Village

mustard greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Spinach is more widely available and lower in cost.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

Wash mustard greens thoroughly and chop coarsely.

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

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; sauté for another 2 minutes.

Sprinkle in turmeric and coriander powder; mix well.

Add chopped mustard greens and stir to combine with spices.

Pour in a little water to help steam the greens, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until wilted.

Uncover and season with salt and black pepper; stir well.

Optionally add chopped tomato and cook for another 2 minutes.

Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Garnish with coconut and sesame seeds if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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