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Dried tefla/teppal with seeds
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Tefla/Teppal/Tirphal

Tefla…A revered culinary ingredient in a Goan kitchen! Its signature taste, tingling aftertaste, unique flavour and aroma (without which some delicacies would never taste the same) makes this spice stand out amongst other popular spices. Know all about the lesser known native spice, tefla or teppal used in Goan cuisine. Check out the classic Goan […]

Dal served in a bowl
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Dal Recipe (No-onion no garlic)

Dal recipe with step-by-step photos and instructions. This is a simple dal recipe with no-onion or garlic. It is prepared using tur dal also known as arhar dal or pigeon pea lentils in English. Firstly tur dal is cooked till soft and then tempered with minimal ingredients to enhance its flavour. It is a staple […]