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Ghee Tarka

Clarified butter sputtering with black mustard seeds, dried red chili, and curry leaves that crackle and pop.
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Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 115kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp ghee
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 8–10 curry leaves
  • 2 dried red chilies
  • 3 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)

Instructions

  • Heat ghee in a small pan over medium-high until shimmering.
  • Add mustard seeds — wait for them to pop.
  • Add cumin seeds; they should sizzle immediately.
  • Add garlic and cook until light golden, 30 seconds.
  • Add curry leaves — stand back, they splatter.
  • Add red chilies and hing; cook 15 seconds.
  • Pour immediately over your dish and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 115kcal | Fat: 12g
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