Chura Sabzi

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Ingredients

2 cups	chura (flattened rice)
1 cup	spinach leaves
1 cup	mustard greens
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 inch	ginger, minced
1 medium	tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
—	salt to taste
—	water as needed

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the chura thoroughly in water and soak it for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
3. 3 Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
4. 4 Add the chopped onions and cook until they turn translucent.
5. 5 Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
6. 6 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
7. 7 Add the spinach leaves and mustard greens. Cook until the greens wilt.
8. 8 Add the soaked chura to the pan, mixing well with the vegetables.
9. 9 Sprinkle a little water if needed to moisten the mixture.
10. 10 Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chura is well cooked and flavors are combined.
11. 11 Serve hot as a side dish or a light meal.