The northern part of Karnataka and parts of Maharashtra have a typical fiery cuisine well tipping more to the beans and protein.  One of the key ingredient adding the fuel to the cuisine is the chilli. Traditionally thecha is a green chilli blend served in small quantities as a condiment on a plate of Bakri, Kalu curries and amti. This stunningly spicy preparation is quite difficult for a mild spice preferring a person like me. It was during one of our visits to Belgaum, a friend introduced me to an easier version.  Fiery, no doubt but much tamer than the green thecha.The addition of the peanuts to red chilli thecha ingredients makes it more subtle and mellow. Because the oiliness of the peanuts and the creamy texture as you chew makes the chilli  component milder It is a very easy preparation to keep in your refrigerator for all those who love a bit of spiciness to the food.  Now, there are days when we indulge in a soft peanut-laden sandwich with this fiery perpetration to have as lunch or snack. This is my instant go to if I do have to get something fast on the plate. So steamed veggies […]

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