How To Make Vegetable Stew Kerala Style | Healthy Curry Recipe | Masala Trails With Smita Deo

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lighter option with fewer calories.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often more affordable and convenient.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they begin to pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in chopped onion, ginger, and garlic; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add green chilies and curry leaves; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Incorporate mixed vegetables and turmeric; stir to coat vegetables in spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Add coconut milk and black pepper; stir gently to combine.

Season with salt to taste and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Finish with lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

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