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Manipal Bajra Lababdar
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Manipal Bajra Lababdar

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Manipal cooking — Manipal Bajra Lababdar brings a smoky touch with a classic lababdar finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Kasuri Methi1 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Ghee2 tbsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Pearl Millet (Bajra)1 cup

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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