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Himachal Sepu Vadi Lentil Dumpling Spinach Yogurt Dham Curry
Sun-dried urad dal dumplings cooked with spinach in a yogurt sauce — the celebrated Himachali Dham preparation combining preserved protein with seasonal greens.
Prep30 min
Cook35 min
Total65 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Method
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1
Fry the sepu vadi in 1 tbsp ghee on medium for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and slightly puffed. Set aside.
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2
Blanch spinach in boiling water 2 minutes.
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3
Drain. Squeeze out all excess water. Roughly chop.
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4
Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pot. Add cumin — sizzle.
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5
Add asafoetida. Add turmeric, dry ginger powder and red chilli powder. Fry 30 seconds.
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6
Reduce to low. Add whisked yogurt in 3 additions stirring continuously.
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7
Cook on low for 6 to 7 minutes until yogurt is cooked through.
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8
Add blanched spinach. Stir to combine. Add fried sepu vadi. Stir.
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9
Simmer on low for 15 minutes — the vadi absorb the yogurt-spinach sauce and swell.
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10
Season with salt. Garnish with coriander.
🩺 Health Benefits
High Protein
Protein-rich meals
Gut Health
Probiotics and fiber
Energy Boosting
Sustained energy
Blood Pressure
Low sodium, potassium-rich
Immunity Boost
Vitamins and minerals
Anti-inflammatory
Reduce inflammation
Antioxidant Rich
Antioxidant-packed foods
💪 Why this recipe is for High Protein:
Protein-rich for muscle building
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