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20 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~280 kcal

Spicy Level

Spicy
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Green Chilies

    Take 250 grams of green chilies. Slit each chili lengthwise, making sure not to cut all the way through, and remove the seeds to spiciness if desired. Set aside.

  2. Heat Oil and Add Mustard Seeds

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Once hot, add 1/2 tablespoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter.

  3. Sauté Green Chilies

    Add the prepared green chilies to the pan. Cook on medium flame for , stirring occasionally, until they start to soften slightly.

  4. Add Gram Flour

    Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of gram flour (besan) over the chilies. Mix well and continue to cook for another , ensuring the gram flour is evenly coated and lightly .

  5. Add Curd and Spices

    Add 2 tablespoons of curd, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1/2 tablespoon of chili powder, 1/2 tablespoon of turmeric powder, and 1/2 tablespoon of salt to the pan. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the chilies are well coated with the spice and curd mixture.

  6. Simmer the Curry

    Cover the pan with a lid and cook for on a low flame, allowing the flavors to meld and the chilies to cook through in the gravy.

  7. Final Stir and Serve

    Remove the lid and stir the curry. Cook for an additional , stirring continuously, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency and the oil starts to separate. The spicy green chili curry is now ready to be served.

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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add a pinch of asafoetidaCustomise

    Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the oil for added flavor.

  • Include other spices like garam

    Include other spices like garam masala or amchur (dry mango powder) for a different taste profile.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Chili

    Adjust the amount of chili powder based on your spice preference.

  • TipServe Hot with Roti

    Paratha, or rice.

  • TipFor a Milder Version

    Remove all seeds from the chilies.

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