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Common methods other than frying, sauteing, such as steaming, boiling, roasting, or baking, are used as a substitute for cooking. These are the most convenient ways of cooking in zero oil. It reduces the saturated fat intake and provides nutrients necessary for the healthy functioning of the heart, lowers calorie intake, helps control weight, provides nutrients necessary for the healthy functioning of the body, improves overall health, and reduces the risk of disorders including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.
1. Curd Chicken:
Creamy and curd-like in taste, the sour-taste curd chicken is a tasty meal. Marinate the chicken pieces in a yoghurt mixture with lemon juice, salt, and turmeric, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, and chilly powder spices for good flavour. To get a perfect marination, allow it to marinate for a few hours or overnight. After that saute the chicken that is seasoned and coated with a mixture of yoghurt and spices, and wait until it is cooked through and juicy. In order to enjoy a good meal, serve with rice or a naan side dish and top up with some coriander leaves.
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2. Chickpea Curry:
This delicious, low-oil recipe, chickpea curry, combines fragrant and savoury flavours in a fascinating way. To make, saute garlic, ginger, onion, and cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala in a vegetable broth or water until aromatic. Simmer until the flavours combine and the sauce thickens, then add the cooked chickpeas, tomatoes, and coconut milk. Add some freshly chopped cilantro and a dash of lemon juice for colour. With its earthy spices and robust chickpeas, the dish's thick and creamy texture makes it a savoury and best no-oil supper alternative.
3. Baked or Grilled Fish:
The fish grilled and baked can become a protein rich no-oil supper for dieticians who follow a healthy way of life. Fish fillets can be marinated additionally to develop a full taste by adding herbs, spices, lemon juice, and an (option) amount of olive oil. Then, roast the fish on the stove or in the oven, forming it to a flaky texture. The appearance is runny and tender from baking, and the taste is light yet delicate, with a smoky and rather caramelised note from grilling. Through absorbing the flavours from the marinade, to get a delicious and satisfying supper for the tummy.
4. Creamy Mushroom Risotto:
Risotto with creamy mushrooms is a very satisfying and flavorful dish and is an alternative to oil-served dishes at dinner. By way of preparation, saute the mushroom slices, onions and garlic in vegetable stock until they are tender. Then introduce Arborio rice bit by bit and as time passes, keep adding more and more vegetable broth until the risotto is creamy with the grains get cooked. End by sprinkling a pinch of nutritional yeast for a savoury final taste or non-dairy cream for a creamier texture. This flavour is really earthy and somehow savoury; the creaminess of the rice just adds more contrast. It is a no-oil cheat meal without losing flavour, in case someone is searching for something appealing and comfortable in the form of dinner.
5. Stuffed Bell Pepper:
Unlike many other recipes that are usually oily, stuffed bell peppers can be one of our tastiest and healthiest dinner choices. Start by preparing the filling by cutting out the bell pepper and then packing the quinoa, beans, vegetables, herbs and spices inside it. Bake the stuffed peppers until the filling starts to cook and the peppers are warm. The aroma is divine and flavorful. Herbs and spices make any food have a variety of tastes, so they are able to give satisfaction and pleasure even without applying oil.
6. Cheese Garlic Baked Chicken:
The Cheese Garlic Baked Chicken's unique flavour is a combination of different balancing reactions between salt and spicy flavour textures. Try to make the chicken marinate in spices, herbs, and minced garlic. They are subtle yet the full flavour will make the chicken tasty. Cut the anatomic chicken, lay them on a baking dish, cover with shredded cheese, and bake until the dish is fully cooked and has the top browned. Garlic excites the taste buds and gives the necessary aroma to the food. Secondly, the cheese melts and forms a cheesy, gratifying taste.
7. Lentil Soup:
The base of taste and nutrients become richer with this oil-free soup recipe. To make this dish downright healthy, use vegetable broth instead of oil when cooking onions, garlic, and seasonings. Also put, broth, tomatoes, celery, and carrots, which are chopped. Add lentils as well. Lentils should be cooked to the desired softness before they can be blended into a paste. Additionally, bring in herbs like parsley or thyme along with pepper and salt for seasoning. The soup is of silky consistency and is very rich with earthiness and sweetness from the veggies. The spices give off an aroma and make it a gorgeously warm and full-filling meal.
8. Zucchini and Eggplant Noodles:
Noodles made from zucchini and eggplant taste light and fresh, making them a great low-oil dinner choice. To prepare, spiralize the aubergine and zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer. Noodles should be softened by sautéing them in a nonstick pan with a little water or vegetable broth. For more flavour, add garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper when seasoning. These noodles are a flavorful and nutritious substitute for classic pasta recipes because of their slightly crispy texture and ability to absorb ingredients.
