Spicy Curd Chillies (challa Mirapakayalu)

Spicy Curd Chillies (Challa Mirapakayalu) are a popular and flavorful dish from Telugu Cuisine. These spicy and tangy chillies are a perfect accompaniment to any meal or can be enjoyed as a snack.

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Spicy Curd Chillies (challa Mirapakayalu)

Ingredients

  • 10-12 green chillies
  • 1 cup thick curd
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
  • Few curry leaves

Instructions

  1. Slit the green chillies lengthwise, keeping them whole.
  2. In a bowl, mix the curd, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
  3. Stuff the green chillies with the curd mixture and set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves.
  5. Add the stuffed green chillies and cook on low heat until the chillies are tender and the curd mixture is cooked.
  6. Spicy Curd Chillies (Challa Mirapakayalu) are ready to be served.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
3g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Spicy Curd Chillies as a side dish with rice or enjoy them as a spicy snack.

Tips & tricks

Be careful while handling the green chillies, as they can be very spicy. Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.

Cost

$5