Prepare spicy Maharashtrian Thecha in 5 minutes with just chilli and garlic, this recipe will enhance the taste of the food.

Thecha Recipe: The joy of eating remains incomplete unless there is something spicy and spicy in the Indian thali. It often happens that one gets bored of eating the same pulses, rice or vegetables every day or sometimes one does not feel like cooking vegetables at all. Maharashtra’s famous Mirch Thecha is a great option for such a situation. It is not only very easy to make but also tastes so good that you will eat more than four rotis even without vegetables.

what is maharashtrian thecha

Thecha is a traditional chutney like dish of Maharashtra which is mainly prepared with green chillies, garlic and peanuts. In rural Maharashtra, it is eaten with great relish with jowar or millet bhakri (roti). Its specialty is that instead of a mixer, it is ground coarsely in a mortar or pestle, due to which its taste and texture are completely different and desi.

Will be ready in just 5 minutes

The biggest feature of making thecha is its simplicity. For this you do not need any lengthy preparation. It can be prepared within minutes with basic ingredients available in the kitchen like green chillies, garlic cloves, raw peanuts, a little cumin and salt. This is best for those who stay in hostels or have less time to cook.

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easy method to make

• First of all, heat some oil in a pan. Add green chillies (stem removed), garlic cloves and peanuts.
• Fry them until light brown spots appear on the chillies and the peanuts become crisp. Also add some cumin seeds to it.
• Now take out the roasted ingredients in a mortar. Add salt to it as per taste.
• Grind it coarsely. Keep in mind that it should not be made into a fine paste; coarseness is its real life.
• Finally, if you want, you can add a little lemon juice or finely chopped coriander to it.

Consumption and Storage Tips

You can eat this thecha recipe with paratha, puri, dal-rice or plain roti. If you keep it in a glass airtight container in the refrigerator, it remains fresh for 5-7 days. It also proves to be a great option while traveling.

In terms of taste and health, this combination of garlic and chilli helps in boosting metabolism. So next time when you don’t feel like making vegetables, do try this lip-smacking Maharashtrian thecha.