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White chana recipe and healthy tips

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 Here's a simple recipe for White Chana (also known as White Chickpea Curry): Ingredients: - 1 cup white chickpeas (canned or cooked from scratch) - 2 medium onions, chopped - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 inch ginger, grated - 1 tablespoon ghee or vegetable oil - 1 teaspoon cumin powder - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional) - Salt, to taste - 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (optional) - Fresh cilantro, for garnish Instructions: 1. Heat ghee or oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until onions are translucent. 2. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder (if using). Cook for 1 minute. 3. Add chickpeas and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the flavors meld together. 4. If using yogurt, stir it in just before serving. 5. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice or with naan/roti. _Healthy Tips:_ 1. _Use low-sodium chickpeas_: Opt for low-sodium canned chickpeas or cook them from scr...
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Korma recipe with health tips

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 Korma is a popular Indian dish made with marinated meat or vegetables cooked in a creamy sauce. Here's a recipe and some healthy tips to make a delicious and nutritious Korma: _Korma Recipe:_ Ingredients: - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken or vegetables (cauliflower, bell peppers, potatoes) - 1/2 cup plain yogurt - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil - 2 teaspoons cumin powder - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes - 1 cup chicken broth or water - Salt and pepper, to taste - Fresh cilantro, for garnish Instructions: 1. Marinate chicken or vegetables in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for 30 minutes. 2. Heat ghee or oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute. 3. Add marinated chicken or vegetables and cook until browned. 4. Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth or water. Bring to a simme...
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Haleem recipe healthy tips

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 Haleem is a traditional Middle Eastern stew made with wheat, lentils, and meat, often served during special occasions. Here's a recipe and some healthy tips to make a delicious and nutritious Haleem: *Haleem Recipe:* Ingredients: - 1 cup wheat berries (or broken wheat) - 1 cup brown lentils (or green lentils) - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken or beef, cut into small pieces - 2 medium onions, chopped - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 1 teaspoon ground coriander - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper - Salt, to taste - 4 cups water - 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional) Instructions: 1. Rinse wheat berries and lentils, then soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and set aside. 2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened. 3. Add garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute. 4. Add the meat and cook until browned. 5. Add the soaked wheat berries and le...
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 Here's a simple and delicious biryani recipe, along with some valuable health tips: *Recipe:* *Classic Chicken Biryani* Ingredients: - 1 cup basmati rice - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into small pieces - 2 medium onions, finely chopped - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon grated ginger - 1 tablespoon cumin powder - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional) - Salt, to taste - 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil - 2 cups water - Fresh cilantro, for garnish Instructions: 1. Rinse rice and soak for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside. 2. In a large pan, heat ghee or oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are translucent. 3. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. 4. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder (if using), and salt. Mix well. 5. Add rice and water; stir gently. 6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20...
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