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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Ghee (for rubbing burnt roti and coating pot edges)
• 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour (to make a small dough ball for salty dal)
• as needed Cold Water (for rinsing sticky rice)
• 1‑2 pieces Ice Cubes (to absorb excess oil from vegetables)
• as needed Tomatoes (store stem‑side down to prolong freshness)
• as needed Green Chilies (keep in airtight container with tissue paper)
• 2 tablespoons Milk (warm milk to balance bitter tea)
• as needed Garlic Cloves (lightly crush and rest 2 minutes for easy peeling)
• 1 Onion (chill for 10 minutes before slicing to reduce eye irritation)

Instructions

1. Fix Burnt Roti

   If the bottom of a roti is burnt, spread a thin layer of ghee over the burnt area and gently rub with a clean kitchen towel. The bitterness will be greatly reduced.

   Time: PT2M

2. Balance Over‑Salty Dal

   Mix 1 tablespoon of all‑purpose flour with a little water to form a small dough ball. Drop the ball into the over‑salty dal, simmer for 5 minutes, then remove the dough. The flour absorbs excess salt.

   Time: PT7M

   Temperature: Simmer

3. Separate Sticky Rice Grains

   Rinse the sticky rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Transfer to a fine mesh sieve and let it air‑dry for about 2 minutes before serving.

   Time: PT4M

4. Prevent Milk Boil‑Over

   When milk starts to rise and bubble, lightly coat the inner rim of the saucepan with a thin layer of ghee. This reduces surface tension and stops the milk from spilling over.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Boiling

5. Stop Onion‑Induced Tears

   Place the whole onion in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before slicing. The chill reduces the release of the lachrymatory factor, so your eyes stay comfortable while cutting.

   Time: PT12M

6. Remove Excess Oil from Vegetables

   If a vegetable dish ends up too oily, add a single dash of ice cubes, swirl for a few seconds, then immediately scoop out the ice along with the floated oil.

   Time: PT2M

7. Extend Tomato Freshness

   Store tomatoes with the stem side (the side with the little stalk) facing down. This slows moisture loss and keeps them fresh for several more days.

   Time: PT1M

8. Keep Green Chilies Fresh Longer

   Place green chilies in an airtight container together with a sheet of tissue paper. Seal tightly; the paper absorbs excess moisture and prevents wilting.

   Time: PT1M

9. Balance Bitter Tea

   If brewed tea turns overly bitter, stir in about 2 tablespoons of warm milk. The milk’s natural sweetness and fat mellow the bitterness instantly.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Warm

10. Quick Garlic Peeling

    Lightly crush each garlic clove with the flat side of a knife, then let it sit for 2 minutes. The skin will loosen and slip off easily.

    Time: PT4M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

2 g