Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
300 g

Spinach

Washed and finely chopped

0.25 cup

Fresh coconut

Grated

1 unit

Onion

Finely chopped

4 cloves

Garlic

Finely chopped

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

1 sprig

Curry leaves

1 pinch

Asafoetida (Hing)

1 tsp

Salt

To taste

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a kadai on medium flame.

Step 2
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.

Step 3
~3 min

Add urad dal, hing, dry red chillies, and curry leaves.

Step 4
~3 min

Allow the curry leaves to crackle.

Step 5
~3 min

Add chopped garlic and onions; saute until onions turn translucent.

Step 6
~3 min

Add chopped spinach leaves and cook until wilted.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in grated coconut and salt to taste; mix well.

Step 8
~3 min

Check the taste and adjust seasonings.

Step 9
~3 min

Turn off the heat.

Step 10
~3 min

Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve with steamed rice, dal, and cabbage palya for a complete meal.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chillies to your spice preference.

Do not overcook the spinach, as it will become mushy.

Adding a squeeze of lime juice at the end can brighten the flavors.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice and dal.

Serve as a filling for dosa or roti.

Serve as part of a thali.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Rice
Dali Thoy Recipe (Karwar Style Toor dal Curry)
Cabbage Palya Recipe

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mangalore, Karnataka, India

Cultural Significance

A common side dish in Mangalorean cuisine, often served with rice.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100

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