Zasar Legumes - Mauritian Vegetable Pickle

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

mixed legumes

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are more affordable and still provide protein.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

ginger

🥗Healthier: ginger powder

Ginger powder is a convenient alternative with similar flavor.

Slice white cabbage, green beans, red chili, sliced carrots, and red onion.

Blanch the vegetables in boiling water with a bit of salt for 2 minutes to soften slightly while keeping their crunch.

Set the blanched vegetables aside.

In a pestle and mortar, grind garlic and ginger to make a paste.

Heat oil in a pan and test the heat with a spice.

Add garlic and ginger paste to the hot oil.

Add ground spices to the oil and let them warm through.

Add sliced onions to the pan.

Add the blanched vegetables to the pan and mix well with the spices and onions.

Pour in white vinegar and season with salt to taste.

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