Swaadista

Ingredients

• Make a paste of:
  • a handful of coriander leaves
  • a handful of mint leaves
  • 2-3 Garlic cloves
  • 1/4 Ginger root
  • Green chilies to taste
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp or more of coconut oil
• 2-3 Cloves
• 1 inch Cinnamon
• 2-3 green cardamom
• 2 small bay leaves
• 1/2 tsp black peppercorns
• 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
• 1/2 tsp black stone flower
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 50g of medium-sized soya chunks
• 1 cup of valor lima beans + green peas
• Mixed bowl of veggies (optional) – green beans, carrot, cauliflower, potato
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 3/4 cup little millet, soaked in water for half hour and thoroughly rinsed
• 2 cups of water
• 1 tsp ghee

Directions

1. Prep Soya Chunks: Soak soya chunks in hot water for 15 minutes. Squeeze out the water, and keep the soya aside.
2. Make Green Paste: Make a coarse/smooth paste of coriander leaves, mint leaves, garlic, ginger, green chilies, and yogurt. Add a little water if needed.
3. Pressure Cook: Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, bay leaves, black stoneflower, fennel seeds, and Sauté until aromatic. Add onion and saute until translucent. Add the green paste and saute for a few minutes. Add soya chunks, beans, green peas, tomatoes, and salt. Stir fry for a couple of minutes. Add millet, water, and ghee. Stir and allow the water to come to a boil. Taste for salt and adjust if necessary. Cover lid and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
4. Serve: Mix gently after the pressure releases and serve with yogurt/raita. Enjoy!

Recipe Video