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    Home » Amma » Menthi kura Pappu (Dal with fenugreek leaves)

    Menthi kura Pappu (Dal with fenugreek leaves)

    Published: Sep 16, 2013 · Modified: Jun 18, 2020 by Pavani · Leave a Comment

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    Blogging Marathon# 32: Letter M

    Theme: A-Z Dishes from Andhra Pradesh

    Dish: M for Menthi kura Pappu

    Letter M stands for fruits & veggies like Mamidikaya/ Mamidi pandu (mango), Menthikura (fenugreek leaves) etc. For today's post, I made a simple dal with Menthikura. I planted methi in my container garden and used it to make this tasty dal. Methi is probably the easiest to grow, sow some methi (fenugreek seeds) and within a week you have tiny methi leaves growing.

    Pappu or dal is the main source of protein in our diet and is made almost everyday. This is a very basic recipe and any greens can be used instead of methi.

    Menthi kura Pappu (Dal with fenugreek leaves)

    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 30 minutes mins
    Total Time: 50 minutes mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: andhra
    Servings: 4 serving

    Ingredients

    • 1 tbsp Tamarind pulp
    • ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
    • ¼ tsp Asafoetida (hing)
    • 2 chilies Green - slit
    • 8 - 10 Curry leaves
    • to taste Salt

    For tempering:

    • 1 tsp Mustard seeds
    • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
    • 2 - 3 chilies Dry red
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    Instructions

    • Pressure cook toor dal with a pinch of turmeric until very soft.
    • Heat 2tsp oil in a medium saucepan, add mustard seeds,cumin seeds and red chilies; once the seeds start to splutter add the chopped methi leaves and cook covered until they are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
    • Add tamarind paste, asafoetida (hing), turmeric and salt. Simmer for 5-7 minutes for the flavors to mingle.
    • Next add the cooked dal, green chilies, curry leaves and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

    Notes

    • Serve hot with steamed rice or rotis. I served with rice and kakarakaya podi kura.
    Logo courtesy : Preeti
    Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing BM# 32.
    Previously on A-Z Vegetarian Dishes of Andhra Pradesh:
    A for Aava Pettina Aratikaya Kura
    B for Bagara Baingan
    C for Chimmiri
    D for Dosakaya Pachadi
    E for Erra Gummadikaya Pulusu
    F for Firni
    G for Gongura Pulihora
    H for Haleem/ Vegetarian Haleem
    I for Iguru/ Vankaya-Senagapappu Iguru
    J for Jonna Pindi Kudumulu
    K for Kakarakaya Podi Kura
    L for Lauju/ Laskora (Kobbari Lauju)
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    Comments

    1. Niloufer Riyaz

      September 16, 2013 at 10:27 am

      delicious n healthy pappu!

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    2. Manjula Bharath

      September 16, 2013 at 11:34 am

      wow very very flavorful dal and super comforting !! 🙂 looks so delicious dear !!

      Reply
    3. PJ

      September 16, 2013 at 11:40 am

      A bunch of fenugreek leaves at the farmers market now costs Rs.15!We grow it at home though.Nice to see your pot of fenugreek leaves Pavani.And the dhal ,am sure, is absolutely delicious and so easy to make!

      Reply
    4. Sapana Behl

      September 16, 2013 at 12:17 pm

      Methi and dal is always a favorite for us . Yours looks yummy !

      Reply
    5. Priya Suresh

      September 16, 2013 at 1:29 pm

      Such a delicious,comforting, thick pappu that too with homegrown methis, fantastic dish.

      Reply
    6. Lubna Karim

      September 16, 2013 at 2:40 pm

      I am enjoying this series.....this is one of my favorite dal recipe.....

      Reply
    7. srikars kitchen

      September 16, 2013 at 2:54 pm

      Healthy dal...looks yummy..

      Reply
    8. vaishali sabnani

      September 16, 2013 at 3:48 pm

      This curry looks comforting and healthy and I like your methi plant..looks so refreshing...I too plant the greens regularly in the backyard.

      Reply
    9. Srivalli

      September 17, 2013 at 11:37 am

      Such a delicious looking dal Pavani..I try to make this at least once every week..very nice pictures..

      Reply
    10. Global Tastes & Travels Inc.

      September 17, 2013 at 5:12 pm

      looks so creamy and luscious

      Reply
    11. Global Tastes & Travels Inc.

      September 17, 2013 at 5:12 pm

      looks so creamy and luscious

      Reply
    12. Gayathri's Cook Spot

      September 18, 2013 at 4:56 am

      Delicious curry Pavani. And I love that pot of fresh methi leaves...

      Reply
    13. Sandhya Karandikar

      September 18, 2013 at 2:17 pm

      Your photos are wonderful. This is my favourite Dal.

      Reply
    14. rajani

      September 18, 2013 at 6:12 pm

      I knew this recipe would be there! Nice one..

      Reply
    15. Suma Gandlur

      September 18, 2013 at 7:32 pm

      Comforting and flavorful pappu.

      Reply
    16. Nivedhanams Sowmya

      September 19, 2013 at 11:41 am

      hearty and healthy bowl of goodness!!!Sowmya

      Reply
    17. preeti garg

      September 19, 2013 at 5:35 pm

      Look so yumm and healthy meal.

      Reply
    18. Harini-Jaya Rupanagudi

      September 19, 2013 at 8:21 pm

      My favorite dal..very inviting pictures.

      Reply
    19. veena krishnakumar

      September 27, 2013 at 4:11 pm

      This is something like the mudhe palya which we do...lovely clicks!!1

      Reply
    20. sexyeatz

      November 10, 2013 at 1:24 pm

      Fenugreek leaves, 0.5 ounce. Native to south Asia and southeastern Europe, Fenugreek Leaves come from a sturdy annual. Ready to use, it can be added to recipes as needed or simply used as a garnish. Associated with Indian cuisine, fenugreek leaves are typically used in meat curries, chutney and vegetable dishes. Store in a cool, dry place

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