Thecha is a traditional Maharashtrian recipe that contains a high amount of vitamin C and antioxidants. Here is a simple 5-step recipe to make healthy thecha at home. Swipe to know!
Riteish And Genelia
The famous Bollywood couple Riteish and Genelia shared in an interview with Curly Tales that they love eating Mahartrian thecha due to its nutritive value and delicious taste.
Ingredients
To make this healthy Maharatrian thecha at home, you will need: 8-10 green chillies, 8-10 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, one teaspoon of cumin seeds, one teaspoon of oil, and salt as per taste.
STEP 1: ROASTING
First, add one teaspoon of oil to a heavy bottom pan and roast chillies and garlic for 5–6 minutes.
STEP 2: PREPARE CUMIN SEEDS
Once the chillies and garlic are roasted, transfer them to a small bowl, and roast one teaspoon of cumin seeds in the same pan.
STEP 3: CRUSH INGREDIENTS
Now, take a mortar and pestle and add peanuts and other roasted chillies, garlic, and cumin. Crush them to prepare a thick paste.
STEP 4: ADD SALT
After crushing all the ingredients properly, add salt as per your taste and mix them well.
STEP 5: Serve AND ENJOY
Your homemade Maharashtrian thecha is ready. Serve it with chawal bhakri, chapatis or rice and enjoy the taste.
NUTRITION OF THECHA
Thecha is a high-fibre and high-antioxidant dish. It is also low in fat and calories, which makes it perfect for a weight loss diet as per the website, 'Tarla Dalal'.
CONCLUSION
Follow these simple five steps to make Riteish and Genelia's favourite thecha at home. Consult a health expert for personalised advice.