Simple Lunch Routine | 30 minute Indian Lunch menu | Healthy Lunch Recipes | Indian Lunch routine

toor dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and cooks faster, while split peas are often more affordable.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity with fewer calories, while vinegar is often less expensive.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: black sesame seeds

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Black sesame seeds offer similar flavor and texture, while yellow mustard is more accessible.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Bay leaves provide aromatic qualities, while dried basil is a common substitute.

Put rice in a pot and add water to cook.

Cook rice for about 10 minutes until ready.

Add toor dal to the pot with water and cook for 10 minutes.

Add salt and turmeric powder to the vegetables and fry for 5 minutes.

Clean the vegetables thoroughly before cooking.

Fry the vegetables until they are cooked through and flavorful.

Mix in buttermilk after frying the vegetables.

Prepare the side dish while the rice and dal are cooking.

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