Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 pinch

Salt

to taste

0.25 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

0.25 cup

Yellow Moong Dal (Split)

soaked

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida (hing)

1 tbsp

Jaggery

3 tbsp

Fresh coconut

500 g

Agathi keerai

washed and coarsely chopped

0.5 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

Step 1
~4 min

Soak yellow moong dal for 2 hours.

Step 2
~4 min

Drain the soaked moong dal.

Step 3
~4 min

Place chopped agathi keerai and soaked moong dal into a pressure cooker.

Step 4
~4 min

Add 2-3 tablespoons of water and salt to the pressure cooker.

Step 5
~4 min

Pressure cook until you hear a couple of whistles.

Step 6
~4 min

Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 8
~4 min

Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, red chillies, and asafoetida. Allow them to crackle.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the steamed agathi keerai and moong dal to the pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Add coconut, jaggery, and salt to taste.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir gently to combine the ingredients for a couple of minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

Check the salt and spice levels and adjust to suit your taste.

Step 13
~4 min

Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the dal helps in quicker cooking.

Adjust the quantity of red chillies according to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice

Serve with roti or naan

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Raita
Sambar

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Commonly made in South Indian households for its nutritional benefits.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

60/100

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