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- When the oil in the pan is hot, hot, hot, add in :
- 1/2 tsp of cumin seed
- 1/2 tsp of mustard seed
- When the seeds start to sizzle and pop, toss in:
- 1/2 tsp of salt
View Full Recipe at The Colors Of Indian Cooking
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 5g | |
| Calories 12 | |
| Calories from Fat 6 | 50% |
| Total Fat 0.71g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.04g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1165mg | 49% |
| Potassium 30mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 1.04g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.14g | 0% |
| Protein 0.6g | 1% |
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