Ol (Yam) Curry
Ol (Yam) Curry
🥘 Ingredients
- 500g Ol (Yam), cubed and boiled
- Mustard Seeds paste
- Garlic paste
- Amchur or Lemon (crucial to prevent itching)
- Spices
👩🍳 Cooking Instructions
Deep fry the boiled Yam cubes.
Prepare a gravy using mustard paste, garlic, and spices.
Add the fried Yam.
Finish with generous lemon juice/Amchur.
💡 Cultural Significance
Mandatory dish on Diwali. It signifies strength and longevity.
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