Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

Coriander Leaves

finely chopped

1 tsp

Lemon juice

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

1 tsp

Coriander Powder

1 tbsp

Sesame seeds

1 tbsp

Ginger Garlic Paste

1 tbsp

Raw Peanuts

1 unit

Onion

thinly sliced

0.5 tsp

Cumin powder

250 g

Tindora

slitted

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Cumin seeds

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

2 tsp

Jaggery

powdered

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

0.25 tsp

Methi Seeds

2 tbsp

Fresh coconut

grated

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 tbsp

Mint Leaves

finely chopped

2 sprig

Curry leaves

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

0.25 cup

Tamarind Water

Step 1
~2 min

Dry roast peanuts, sesame seeds, and grated coconut until golden and fragrant.

Step 2
~2 min

Grind the roasted ingredients into a smooth paste with a little water.

Step 3
~2 min

Wash and slit the tindoras into 4, keeping the base intact.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the slit tindoras and cook until they are 3/4th cooked, stirring occasionally.

Step 6
~2 min

Set aside the partially cooked tindoras.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat the remaining oil in the same pan.

Step 8
~2 min

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 9
~2 min

Add cumin seeds, red chilies, and fenugreek seeds and sauté for a minute.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn brown.

Step 11
~2 min

Add in the ginger garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.

Step 12
~2 min

Add turmeric, red chili, cumin, coriander powder, and green chili, sauté for a minute.

Step 13
~2 min

Add the prepared masala paste and a little water, and simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Add the mint, coriander leaves, green chili, and partially fried tindoras and mix well.

Step 15
~2 min

Add in the tamarind juice, jaggery, season with salt and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 16
~2 min

Once the tindoras are fully cooked, switch off the flame.

Step 17
~2 min

Add the lemon juice and let it rest for an hour before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.

Roasting the peanuts, sesame seeds, and coconut enhances the flavor of the dish.

Allowing the salan to rest for an hour after cooking allows the flavors to meld together.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or roti.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Paneer Biryani
Vegetable Biryani

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Commonly served as a side dish in North Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Party

Popularity Score

60/100

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