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RAGDA
- Natasha Kanade
- January 24, 2022
- Easy
- Servings - 1
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup dried white peas (ragda), soaked overnight and boiled
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1 green chili, chopped
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp ghee
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp chaat masala
- 1/4 tsp garam masala
- 1/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves for garnish
Directions:
- Heat 1/2 tsp ghee in a pan, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are softened.
- Add boiled white peas and 1/4 cup water. Stir well and cook for 10-15 minutes on medium heat until the mixture thickens and flavors blend.
- Stir in chaat masala, garam masala, and lemon juice.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Dried White Peas (Ragda): High in protein and fiber, support muscle growth, digestion, and blood sugar regulation.
- Veggies (Onions, Tomato, Green Chili): Rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and compounds that boost immunity and promote heart health.
- Spices (Turmeric Powder, Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Chaat Masala, Garam Masala): Enhance flavor while providing anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antioxidant benefits.
- Ginger-Garlic Paste: Supports digestion, boosts immunity, and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Lemon Juice: Rich in vitamin C, aids digestion, and enhances immunity.