Moongphali Jhol
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Moongphali Jhol is a magnifique and nutty curry from the rural kitchens of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. In this dish, raw peanuts are ground into a rich, creamy paste and cooked with simple spices to create a thin, comforting gravy (Jhol). It is a symbol of honest, farm-style cooking where high-protein nuts are used as the primary base for a meal. The taste is incredibly earthy, with a natural sweetness from the peanuts balanced by the heat of green chilies and garlic. We often make this on days when fresh vegetables are sparse, yet it feels like a high-quality feast when paired with warm bajra rotis.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Always grind the peanuts with garlic; this is the secret to achieving that authentic rustic flavor profile.
- Add warm water rather than cold to ensure the peanut oils emulsify perfectly into the gravy.
- The jhol thickens as it cools, so keep it a bit thinner than your desired final consistency.
Nutritional Information(Per 200ml)
240 kcal
12g
18g
8g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.