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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Kundru (tindora/tendli/ivy gourd) – 400 grams
- Besan (gram flour) – 1 tablespoon
- Cumin powder – 1 teaspoon
- Coriander powder – 2 teaspoons
- Red chili powder – 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Turmeric powder – 1/4 teaspoon
- Cumin seeds – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – to taste
- Asafoetida – a pinch
- Mustard oil – 1 tablespoon
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 19g | |
| Calories 146 | |
| Calories from Fat 127 | 87% |
| Total Fat 14.38g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 1.66g | 7% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 49mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 3.32g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugars 0.62g | 0% |
| Protein 1.29g | 2% |
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