South Indian Lentil Kootu

Kootu is a traditional South Indian dish that is known for its creamy texture and flavorful taste. It is often served as a side dish or main course in South Indian meals.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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South Indian Lentil Kootu

Cooking Method: Boiling, Tempering Cuisine: South Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Toor Dal
• 2 cup Vegetables (carrot, beans, pumpkin)
• 2 tablespoon Coconut
• 2 piece Green Chilies
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Urad Dal
• 1 sprig Curry Leaves

Instructions

1. Pressure cook toor dal with water, turmeric powder, and salt.
2. In a separate pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves.
3. Add chopped vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.
4. Add cooked dal to the pan and mix well.
5. Add water if needed and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
6. In a blender, grind coconut and green chilies to a fine paste.
7. Add the coconut paste to the pan and mix well.
8. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.