Thecha Chowmein - Spicy Street-Style Fusion Noodles

Steps

1. 1
   Heat oil in a pan and roast peanuts, garlic, green chilies, and cumin seeds until the peanuts turn golden and crispy.
2. 2
   Add fresh cilantro and sauté thoroughly until it begins to wilt slightly.
3. 3
   Allow the mixture to cool completely, transfer to a blender with salt, and pulse into a coarse paste to make traditional Maharashtrian thecha.
4. 4
   Heat oil in a wok and sauté the onions until softened.
5. 5
   Add your choice of vegetables and stir-fry on high heat until cooked through.
6. 6
   Add the prepared thecha and cook for about one minute, allowing all flavors to blend and distribute evenly.
7. 7
   Add cooked noodles, vinegar, soy sauce, and cabbage; toss thoroughly to coat all noodles evenly with the flavors.
8. 8
   Serve the spicy thecha chowmein hot and fresh.