We Asked A Maharashtrian Lady To Share Her Peanut Thecha Recipe, The Perfect Accompaniment To Your Meal

Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

What You Need

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Step 1

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Step 2

[{"selector":"#anim-692e7e13-83ee-4a6f-9106-e29dc4aaf65c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] In the same pan, dry roast the cumin seeds until they release their aroma. Remove from heat and set aside. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

Step 3

[{"selector":"#anim-95828e3b-31ae-43f0-84c2-b20797c3ab61 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Roughly chop the green chillies and peel the garlic cloves. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

Step 4

[{"selector":"#anim-1c442ecf-ff7e-4a9f-8ae3-4930c1155d38 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] In a food processor or pestle and mortar, coarsely grind the roasted peanuts, chillies, garlic, and cumin seeds. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

Step 5

[{"selector":"#anim-192748c2-5066-4d40-a844-5c1a63c2e6c1 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(1.0658141036401503e-14%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Heat the oil in a small pan. Add the ground mixture and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add salt to taste and mix well. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

Step 6

[{"selector":"#anim-675048ce-310b-406f-85bf-7a4968b405e7 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-3.552713678800501e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

Step 7

[{"selector":"#anim-bf7e9a47-4e02-4180-99d1-60c6442487e5 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-10.641891939013888%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Serve as a condiment with bread, rice, or traditional Maharashtrian bhakri. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)

[{"selector":"#anim-5f3d0618-91b3-4aec-93b1-56aa4aa66f79 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] This recipe was shared by Neha Karnik from Mumbai. Credits: X (Formerly, Twitter)