AAKU PAPPU (DAL WITH GREENS)
This is a classic Andhra preparation. Typical greens to use are thotakoora (amaranth) and spinach (palak koora). Serve with rice and Majjiga Pulusu (buttermilk pulusu) or Menthi Majjiga (buttermilk with fenugreek).
Provided by SUSMITA
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the pigeon peas with 2 cups water in a pressure cooker until the water is absorbed and the peas are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil with the turmeric and salt; add the amaranth greens and cook until tender, about 5 minutes; drain. Stir the cooked peas into the greens; set aside.
- Heat the oil in a small skillet; cook the lentils, mustard seed, cumin seed, and red chile peppers in the oil until the seeds begin to splutter. Add the green chile peppers, curry leaves, and asafoetida powder and continue cooking another 30 seconds; immediately stir into the peas and greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 23.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
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Aisha Umar
[email protected]Overall, I thought this dal was a great dish. It was flavorful, healthy, and easy to make. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Faizan Hakeem
[email protected]This dal was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would prefer a recipe that is a little bit quicker to make.
cristian arheal
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Indian food, and this dal was no exception. It was flavorful and satisfying, and I would definitely make it again.
Virginia Simmons
[email protected]This dal was a great way to use up some leftover greens. I had some kale and spinach that I needed to use up, and this dal was the perfect way to do it.
Aisha Saleem
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dal turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much water.
Fade nic
[email protected]This dal was delicious! I especially liked the addition of tamarind, which gave it a nice tang.
Insan Bno
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian dishes to try, and this dal was a great addition to my repertoire. The greens added a nice pop of color and flavor.
Godiya Ram
[email protected]This dal was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have preferred to use less chili peppers.
Ikram Uddin
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this dal. The greens and spices really helped to balance out the flavor of the lentils.
Irfan Khanna
[email protected]This dal was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Prince Gaye
[email protected]The dal was good, but I found the greens to be a bit overpowering. I think I would have preferred to use less greens or a different type of greens.
Wed Wince
[email protected]I found this dal to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices.
Jafta Seane
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out delicious. The dal is hearty and comforting, and the greens add a nice touch of freshness.
Esther Mitta
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate greens into my diet, and this dal provided the perfect opportunity. The greens added a lovely texture and flavor to the dish.
Kimberly Gomez
[email protected]This dal was a hit with my family! The combination of lentils, greens, and spices was flavorful and satisfying. I especially appreciated the addition of tamarind, which gave the dal a nice tang.
Dakota Layman
[email protected]Aaku Pappu was a delightful dish that brought the flavors of Andhra Pradesh to my kitchen. The greens added a vibrant color and a slightly bitter taste that complemented the lentils perfectly. I followed the recipe closely and found it to be easy to