Easy And Quick Dahi Mirchi Recipe To Try At Home

Indian cuisine is known for blending different spices and foods to bring a marvellous dish popular for its delectable taste. One such dish includes ‘Dahi Wali Mirchi’ from Rajasthan wherein green chillies are simmered in yoghurt and spicy. This simple, unique and lip-smacking food is a perfect recipe for preparing as a side dish.

What Is Dahi Mirchi?

Rooted in the vibrant city of Rajasthan, Dahi Mirchi (also known as Dahi Bhutti) is a cherished staple in the state’s cuisine. This zesty treat shines at festive gatherings and special events, bringing a perfect harmony of spicy green chillies and soothing yoghurt. Typically sun-dried to create a crispy side dish, this innovative recipe breaks the mould, offering an instant, freshness-packet condiment that combines green chilli's boldness with yoghurt's creamy richness.

Dahi Mirchi Recipe Ingredients

• 15-16 Green Chilli washed and slit in half
• ½ cup Curd
• 1 tsp Dry Mango Powder
• ½ tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 2 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Fennel Seeds
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1 pinch Asafoetida
• ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
• 2 tsp Oil
• Salt
• ½ cup Water

How StepTo Make Quick And Easy Dahi Mirchi Recipe

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1. Take a deep pan and heat the oil.
2. Once the oil is a little hot, add asafetida, cumin, and fennel seed and let it cook a bit.
3. Now add turmeric powder, and green chillies and cook for a few minutes.
4. Once the texture of the chillies changes, turn the heat to medium-high. Add salt and mix well.
5. Next add red chilly powder, coriander powder and dry mango powder.
6. Add water and mix well. Cover and let cook for 2 minutes on low heat.
7. Increase the heat to medium and curd a little at a time while stirring continuously.
8. Keep cooking till the gravy gets thick. Your delicious side dish is ready to savour!

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