Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

Mangalorean cucumber

cut into small chunks

1 unit

Carrot

chopped

50 g

Green beans

chopped

0.25 cup

Pumpkin

cut into small chunks

0.25 cup

Bottle gourd

cut into small chunks

1 unit

Drumstick

cut into 2 inch pieces

10 unit

Shallots

1 unit

Tomato

diced

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

1 pinch

Turmeric powder

1 unit

Tamarind

extract the juice in 1 cup water

1.5 tbsp

Jaggery

1 tsp

Sambar Powder

adjustable

1 unit

Coriander Leaves

chopped

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

0.25 tsp

Cumin seeds

1 pinch

Methi Leaves

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida

4 cloves

Garlic

crushed

1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

broken

12 unit

Curry leaves

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fenugreek seeds.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook for about 10 seconds.

Step 4
~3 min

Add asafoetida, dry red chili, and curry leaves.

Step 5
~3 min

Let it sizzle for another 15 seconds.

Step 6
~3 min

Add shallots, green chilies, and garlic and sauté for a minute.

Step 7
~3 min

Add tomato pieces and a little salt.

Step 8
~3 min

Cook until the tomatoes become mushy.

Step 9
~3 min

Add sambar powder and mix well.

Step 10
~3 min

Sauté for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Add mixed vegetables (drumsticks, pumpkin, bottle gourd, mangalore cucumber, carrot, and beans), tamarind pulp, 2 cups of water, jaggery, and mix well.

Step 12
~3 min

Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 2 whistles.

Step 13
~3 min

Turn off the heat and open the lid once the pressure subsides.

Step 14
~3 min

Give it a mix, garnish with coriander, and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sambar powder to control the spiciness.

Soak tamarind in warm water for quicker extraction of the pulp.

Pressure cooking time may vary depending on the freshness of the vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with steamed rice

Serve with papadums

Serve with a side of yogurt

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Rice
Beetroot Thoran
Elai Vadam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Andhra Pradesh, India

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Andhra cuisine, showcasing the region's love for tangy and spicy flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday Lunch
Dinner
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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