Author: Kamala

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Kothavarangai Thuvatal

Kothavarangai Thuvatal blends 3/4-cooked green gram dhal with tender cluster beans simmered in sambar powder, turmeric, and salt, then tempered with mustard, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Finish with coconut gratings.

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Payathangai (Long Beans) Potato Curry

Long beans, referred to as “Payathangai” or “Karamani Kai” in Tamil, are nutritious and fiber-rich. This curry, consisting of potatoes, long beans, sambar powder, and Indian spices, is often paired with rice or chapati, making it a healthy and flavorful side dish.