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momo dumplings

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dumplings

💰Cheaper: potato dumplings

Whole wheat dumplings add fiber, while potato dumplings are budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier, while seasoned water is cost-effective.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake, while tamari is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is a budget-friendly alternative.

Boil 3 pieces of tomato in hot water with a little bit of salt to remove the skin.

Put the tomatoes in cold water and remove the skin.

Chop the tomatoes into small or rough pieces.

Heat 2 tbsp of mustard oil in a pan.

Add 1 small chopped onion and sauté until browned.

Add ginger garlic paste and fry until fragrant.

Stir in cumin, coriander, curry powder, turmeric, and chili powder.

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook on medium heat.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add 3 tbsp of roasted sesame seeds and mix well.

Pour in 500 mL of water and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Finish with lime juice and a handful of fresh coriander.

Remove from heat and let cool for 10-15 minutes before blending into a smooth sauce.

Blend the sauce, adding more water if necessary, and finish with sesame oil.

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