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ALOO METHI - A lunch box idea!

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Aloo Methi is a quick curry or palya which is v nutritious and tasty too! Aloo takes in the flavours of its accompanying vegetable hence is a very versatile vegetable with loads of potassium in it. Methi or Fenugreek leaves has iron content and is a natural remedy for Diabetics. Hence all kinds of people - young or old, pregnant or elderly can benefit from this. This preparation is made keeping in mind a busy morning when we need to pack something sustainable but at the same time interesting! Check it out! INGREDIENTS: Aloo [Potato] 2 Big Methi leaves [Fenugreek leaves] - 1 big bunch Green Chillies - 2 or 3 Musturd oil - 1 tbsp [its optional; you can use any cooking oil] Cumin - 1/2tsp Turmeric - 1/2tsp Red Chilli powder - 1tsp [or as per requirement] Aamchur - 1/2tsp [Dry Mango Powder] Garam Masala - 1 tsp Hing or Asafoetida - a pinch Salt - as per taste. HOW TO MAKE: Fenugreek leaves [Methi] generally has lot of mud on a fresh bunch. One has to clean it thoroughly by