Author Notes: A traditional recipe from the western coast of India, this quick stir fry makes for an excellent side to rice dishes. —Saee Khandekar
Serves: 4
Ingredients
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2
cups Tender cashew nuts (or dried cashews soaked in hot water for two hours)
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1
teaspoon ghee
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1
green chili, chopped
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1/2
teaspoon cumin seeds
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1
pinch asafetida
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1/8
teaspoon roasted cumin seed powder
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1/4
teaspoon sugar
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1/4
cup freshly greated coconut
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Handful
chopped cilantro
Directions
- Heat the ghee on medium heat in a wok or pan. Add the cumin and green chilies and saute momentarily until fragrant. Add the asafetida and immediately tip in the tender cashews.
- Toss lightly (try not to use a spoon–the cashews are very tender and brittle) and add the salt and cumin seed powder. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Add sugar, coconut, and coriander and toss one final time. Remove and serve hot!