Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

for cooking

300 g

Drumstick Leaves

washed and chopped

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

3 unit

Potato

boiled and cut into cubes

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

0.25 tsp

Sambar Powder

Step 1
~4 min

Cook the drumstick leaves and potato separately.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat a teaspoon of oil in a pan.

Step 3
~4 min

Add the chopped drumstick leaves, a little salt, and saute until soft and tender.

Step 4
~4 min

Increase heat to high and saute until all water is vaporized.

Step 5
~4 min

Transfer drumstick leaves to a dish and set aside.

Step 6
~4 min

Wipe the pan clean.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat a tablespoon of oil, add mustard seeds, ginger, and onions, and sauté until onions are lightly browned.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the potatoes, sprinkle some salt, and stir fry until potatoes are lightly roasted.

Step 9
~4 min

Add turmeric, red chilli powder, cinnamon powder, sambar powder, and salt.

Step 10
~4 min

Stir until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 11
~4 min

Sauté for a couple of minutes until flavors arise and potatoes are well coated with the spices.

Step 12
~4 min

Stir in the sautéed moringa leaves.

Step 13
~4 min

Cover the pan and simmer for another couple of minutes.

Step 14
~4 min

Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 15
~4 min

Serve with Thakkali Vengaya Sambar, Steamed Rice and Carrot Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak the drumstick leaves in salted water to remove any bitterness.

Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your spice preference.

Roasting the spices lightly before adding them to the dish enhances the flavor.

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 and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.

Enjoy as a light lunch with roti or chapati.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thakkali Vengaya Sambar
Steamed Rice
Carrot Salad

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 as a nutritious side dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
lunch
quick meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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