Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tsp

Rye

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

12 unit

Green Beans

finely chopped

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

Sugar

3 tbsp

Ghee

1 cup

Semolina

1 tsp

White Urad Dal (split)

1 tbsp

Lemon Juice

1 inch

Ginger

grated

2 tbsp

Oil

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida

5 unit

Curry Leaves

finely chopped

1 unit

Carrot

peeled and finely chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Steam carrots and green beans with water until tender, then drain and set aside.

Step 2
~4 min

Boil 3 cups of water with salt and sugar in a saucepan, then set aside.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 4
~4 min

Add mustard seeds and urad dal and cook for 10 seconds.

Step 5
~4 min

Add chopped onion, ginger, asafoetida, curry leaves, and green chillies.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook until the onion softens.

Step 7
~4 min

Add semolina and roast until fragrant and lightly toasted, being careful not to brown it.

Step 8
~4 min

Slowly pour hot water into the mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 9
~4 min

Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10
~4 min

Stir in ghee, boiled vegetables, and lemon juice.

Step 11
~4 min

Cook for a few minutes more, then serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the semolina until it is slightly fragrant to enhance the flavor.

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead by chopping vegetables and roasting semolina.

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 coconut chutney and filter coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coconut Chutney
Sambar

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

A common and nutritious breakfast dish in South Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Commonly served during festivals like Diwali and Pongal.

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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