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beef brain

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken liver is a leaner protein option, while tofu is a vegetarian alternative.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika provides color with less heat, while cayenne is often less expensive.

Clean the beef brain under cold water and soak in salt water for 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add green chilies and cook for another minute.

Sprinkle in coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder; mix well.

Carefully add the cleaned beef brain to the pan; cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring gently.

Season with salt and mix well to coat the brain with spices.

Sprinkle garam masala and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander before serving.

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