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Turmeric powder
Mustard seeds
Green Amaranth Leaves
roughly chopped
White Urad Dal (Split)
Green Chillies
pounded
Dry Red Chillies
Curry leaves
Garlic
pounded
Cumin seeds
Sesame seeds
dry roasted and powdered
Clean, wash, and roughly chop the amaranth leaves.
Dry roast the sesame seeds on medium heat, powder them using a mixer grinder, and set aside.
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.
Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and urad dal, and let them crackle.
Add dried red chillies and curry leaves, and let them splutter.
Roughly pound the garlic cloves and green chillies using a pestle and mortar, and add them to the pan.
Saute for a minute until the garlic turns light brown.
Add the turmeric powder and chopped amaranth greens and mix well.
Wait for the greens to wilt.
Season with salt and let the greens completely dry out (about 5 minutes).
Turn off the heat, sprinkle the sesame powder on top, and mix well.
Serve hot with Phulka/Steamed Rice, Palak Pappu, and Avakaya Pickle.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of green chillies based on your spice preference.
Ensure the greens are completely dry before adding sesame powder to prevent a soggy texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 mins
Can be made a day ahead, but the texture might change slightly.
Serve in a small bowl as a side dish, garnished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve as a side dish with rice and dal.
Serve as part of a thali.
Serve hot or warm.
Cools down the spice.
Complements the spices without overpowering.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A common and nutritious dish in Andhra cuisine.
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