Follow these steps for perfect results
Rye
Salt
to taste
Green Beans
finely chopped
Onion
finely chopped
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Sugar
Ghee
Semolina
White Urad Dal (split)
Lemon Juice
Ginger
grated
Oil
Asafoetida
Curry Leaves
finely chopped
Carrot
peeled and finely chopped
Steam carrots and green beans with water until tender, then drain and set aside.
Boil 3 cups of water with salt and sugar in a saucepan, then set aside.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add mustard seeds and urad dal and cook for 10 seconds.
Add chopped onion, ginger, asafoetida, curry leaves, and green chillies.
Cook until the onion softens.
Add semolina and roast until fragrant and lightly toasted, being careful not to brown it.
Slowly pour hot water into the mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in ghee, boiled vegetables, and lemon juice.
Cook for a few minutes more, then serve hot.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be partially made ahead by chopping vegetables and roasting semolina.
Serve hot in a bowl, garnished with fresh coriander.
Serve with coconut chutney and filter coffee.
Classic South Indian pairing
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