Mirchi ka Thecha

Directions

  1. 1Clean the green chillies.
  2. 2Make a slit in the green chillies.
  3. 3Remove as many seeds as possible from the chillies.
  4. 4Chop the chillies coarsely.
  5. 5Add methi ki dal to the chopped chillies.
  6. 6Add rai ki dal to the chopped chillies.
  7. 7Add 1/4 tablespoon of haldi (turmeric) to the chopped chillies.
  8. 8Add 1/4 teaspoon of hing (asafoetida) to the chopped chillies.
  9. 9Add salt to taste to the chopped chillies.
  10. 10Add 1 lemon juice to the chopped chillies.
  11. 11Mix well.
  12. 12Let it dry in the sun for 3 to 4 hours.
  13. 13Heat 5 tablespoons of oil.
  14. 14Let the oil cool down completely.
  15. 15Pour the cooled oil over the dried chilli mixture.
  16. 16Mix the oil with the chilli mixture.
  17. 17Store the mirchi ka thecha in an airtight container.

Ingredients

  • 250 grams Green chillies
  • Methi ki dal
  • Rai ki dal
  • 0.25 tablespoons Haldi
  • 0.25 teaspoons Hing
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 Lemon juice
  • 5 tablespoons Oil

Equipment

KnifeChopperPlatePanAir tight containerSpoon

Tips

  • Store in airtight container.