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Thursday, June 4, 2009

Herbal Pasta

IngredientsPasta - 1 cupWater- 4 cupsOil - 2 tspCilatro - 5 stems (finely chopped)Basil - fistful(finely chopped)Lime - 1Yogurd/ Curd - 3tspVeggies - 1 cup (cut lengthwise - preferably green veggies like green beans, asparagus, celery etc)Green chilli - 1 (finely chopped)Salt - to taste


Method1. In a deep pan heat water and bring it to a boil.2. Add pasta and let cook for 3 minutes, until it is half cooked.3. Now add the veggies and cook for another 6 minutes until everything becomes soft but still firm.4. Drain the water and keep aside.5. Meanwhile grind the herbs(cilantro & basil) along with yogurt.6. Take another pan and heat oil. Add green chillies and lime zest.Now add the pasta and the herbal paste and toss it together.7. Finally add few drops of lime juice.