MACRONI

✅ Ingredients:

🍝 Main:

• 1 cup elbow macaroni (or any pasta)

• Water for boiling

• Salt – to taste

• 1 tsp oil (for boiling)

🥬 Veggies (optional but recommended):

• 1 small onion (chopped)

• 1 small tomato (chopped)

• ½ capsicum (chopped)

• ¼ cup carrots, corn, or peas (optional)

• 2–3 garlic cloves (chopped)

🧂 Spices:

• 1–2 tsp oil or butter

• ½ tsp mustard seeds (optional)

• ¼ tsp turmeric

• ½ tsp red chili powder

• ½ tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp tomato ketchup (optional but tasty)

• Salt – to taste

• Coriander leaves – chopped

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👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Boil the Macaroni:

• Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente (firm yet cooked).

• Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Masala Base:

• Heat oil/butter in a pan.

• (Optional) Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

• Add chopped garlic and onions, sauté till translucent.

• Add tomatoes and cook till soft and mushy.

3. Add Spices & Veggies:

• Add turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and salt.

• Stir well and add chopped capsicum and any other veggies.

• Cook for 2–3 minutes until veggies are slightly tender.

4. Mix Pasta:

• Add boiled macaroni and tomato ketchup (optional).

• Toss well to coat the pasta with masala.

• Cook for 1–2 more minutes and turn off heat.

5. Garnish & Serve:

• Sprinkle chopped coriander leaves.

• Serve hot with grated cheese on top (optional).

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🍽️ Serve with:

• Ketchup or chutney

• Toasted bread or garlic toast

• Hot tea for a snack combo

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💡 Tips:

• Add cheese or paneer cubes for a richer version.

• For kids, reduce chili and add corn or peas.

• Use leftover pasta for a next-day spicy makeover!