Authentic Tamil Nadu Kancheepuram Poondu Poondu Kootu Varuval with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
A comforting and aromatic delicacy featuring tender vegetables simmered in a spiced lentil gravy, perfectly paired with warm, fluffy rice.
50min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Pressure cook the moong dal with turmeric powder and a cup of water until soft and mashy.
2
In a pan, heat sesame oil and crackle the mustard seeds and fresh curry leaves.
3
Add the shallots and garlic cloves, sautéing until translucent and fragrant.
4
Toss in the mixed vegetables along with a splash of water and cook until tender.
5
Grind the grated coconut, cumin seeds, and dry red chillies into a smooth paste.
6
Stir the cooked moong dal and the coconut paste into the vegetable mixture, simmering for five minutes.
7
Serve hot alongside freshly steamed Ponni rice.
Ingredients
1 cup moong dal, washed and drained
2 cups peeled shallots and garlic cloves
1 cup chopped mixed vegetables (ash gourd and beans)
1/2 cup freshly grated coconut
1 tsp cumin seeds
3 dry red chillies
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
Salt to taste
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