Authentic Tamil Nadu Tuticorin Thoothukudi Kottai Varuval with Warm Steamed Ponni Rice
Experience the bold coastal flavors of southern Tamil Nadu with this traditional spiced lentil and vegetable stir-fry. It delivers a deeply aromatic and savory punch that pairs wonderfully with a plate of hot rice.
50min
Total Time
4
Servings
Tamil Nadu
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Pressure cook the soaked chana dal with a pinch of turmeric until tender yet firm.
2
Heat sesame oil in a heavy-bottomed kadai and crackle mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
3
Add dried red chillies and chopped raw banana, sautéing until the vegetable softens slightly.
4
Stir in the cooked chana dal and salt, mixing thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
5
Cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes until the edges turn slightly crisp.
6
Garnish with grated coconut, give one final toss, and serve hot with steaming Ponni rice.
Ingredients
1 cup soaked chana dal
2 cups finely chopped raw banana
1/4 cup grated coconut
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 sprigs fresh curry leaves
3 dried red chillies
2 tbsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Salt to taste
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