Keerai Puzhi Masiyal is a delicious and nutritious dish that brings together the rich flavors of spinach, tangy tamarind, and creamy thuvar dhal. The combination of these ingredients creates a hearty and satisfying kootu that is perfect for serving alongside rice or mixing directly into the rice for a flavorful meal. Additionally, Keerai Puzhi Masiyal is a versatile dish that can be easily customized by choosing different types of spinach (keerai) based on personal preference or availability. With its comforting flavors and health benefits, Keerai Puzhi Masiyal is a popular choice for a traditional South Indian meal.
Keerai Puzhi Masiyal
6
servings5
minutes15
minutesA kootu dish prepared with Mulai keerai (Amaranth Leaves), tamarind, and thuvar dal is delightful. This recipe is versatile and can be made with any variety of spinach (keerai).
Ingredients
Keerai (Greens) – 1 bunch any kind
Tamarind – a small lemon size
Thuvar dhal – ¼ cup
Onion – 1 small size
Tomato – 1
garlic flakes – 2
Sambar powder – 2 teaspoons
Turmeric powder – ¼ teaspoon
Oil – 2 teaspoons
Mustard seeds – 1 teaspoon
Urad dhal – 1 teaspoon
Fenugreek seeds – ½ teaspoon
Jeera (Cumin) – 1 teaspoon
Asafotida powder – a pinch
Red Chilli – 2
Salt – ½ teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Pressure cook toor dal with a pinch of turmeric powder until soft.
- Clean the greens thoroughly, removing the roots, and chop them finely.
- Finely chop the onion, tomato, and garlic flakes.
- Heat oil in a kadai and add mustard seeds. Once they pop, add urad dal, cumin, fenugreek, asafoetida powder, and broken red chillies, frying until the urad dal turns light brown.
- Add the garlic and sauté briefly.
- Then add the onions, frying until transparent.
- Add the tomatoes and cook for a while.
- Next, incorporate the chopped greens.
- Stir in sambar powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
- Add half a cup of water, mix well, and cook on a low flame.
- Once the greens are cooked, pour in the tamarind juice and bring to a boil.
- Add the cooked dal, mix well, and boil for another minute. Remove from heat and mash with a heavy spoon.
I tried this and came out well. thanks
Thank you for the feed back Mona.
Hi, I tried this and came out very well. Thank u so much.
Thank you Aarthi Uday for the feedback.