Mirchi jo Saag

Method

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1. 1

   Chop the green chillies into small pieces.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat. When hot, add the cumin seeds, coriander-cumin powder, asafoetida and chopped chillies. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until the chillies fry. Add a little water and cover the pan for about 2 minutes.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, combine the gram flour, salt, sugar, turmeric and powdered pomegranate seeds. Add enough water to make a thick batter.

4. 4

   Uncover the pan — the chillies will have changed colour. Add the batter, mix well and cook until the mixture starts leaving the sides of the pan.

5. 5

   Lower the heat and let it simmer for a few minutes.

6. 6

   Take it off the heat and let it cool; it is then ready to serve.