Name: Palakura pappu (Spinach dal)
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 0 Spinach (2-3 cups (chopped)); 0.5 cup Toor Dal; 0 Water (as required); 2 Green Chilli; 0 Salt (as per taste); 1 tsp Tamarind Juice; 8 Curry Leaves; 2 tsp Ghee; 0.5 tsp Cumin Seeds; 0.5 tsp Mustard Seeds; 0.25 tsp Turmeric Powder; 0 Hing (Asafoetida) (pinch); 1 tsp Garlic (minced)

Instructions

Palakura Pappu, a nutritious and comforting spinach dal, perfectly seasoned with Indian spices, offering a wholesome and flavorful meal.
This recipe will make 3 servings of Palakura Pappu.
Rinse the tur dal thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak the dal in water for about 30 minutes, then drain.
In a pressure cooker, add the soaked tur dal, enough water to cover the dal, turmeric powder, slit green chillies, and a pinch of salt.
Cook for about 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and cooked through.
Once the pressure releases naturally, open the cooker and add the chopped spinach to the cooked dal. If necessary, add a little more water to adjust the consistency. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the spinach is wilted and cooked.
Add the tamarind juice and salt to taste. Stir well and simmer for a couple of minutes.
For the tempering, heat ghee in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add cumin seeds, minced garlic, curry leaves, and a pinch of hing. Fry until the garlic is golden and aromatic.
Pour the tempering over the dal. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Serve the Palakura Pappu hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves if desired. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice or chapatis for a nutritious and satisfying meal.