Taste Bud | Dedicated to all the Foodies - 03 January 2017

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: pulses

Split peas are often more affordable and provide similar nutrition.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Frozen vegetables are budget-friendly and reduce prep time.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative for cooking.

Rinse rice under cold water until 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, cook rice in boiling water 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 golden, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in turmeric, cumin, and coriander; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add mixed vegetables and green chilies; sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.

Season with salt and stir in fresh cilantro and lemon juice before serving.

Serve the lentils over rice with the vegetable mix on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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