About
Cherupayar Curry is a traditional Kerala dish made with green gram (cherupayar) and coconut. It is a simple and delicious curry that is usually served with steamed rice. The green gram is cooked in a coconut-based gravy and seasoned with shallots, curry leaves, and spices. This curry is a rich source of fiber, protein and antioxidants.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
5.0
Fats
12.7
Carbs
4.6
Fibre
4.7
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Recipe
Ingredients
Cherupayar (Green Gram)
1 cup
Onion, chopped
1
Green Chillies, chopped
2
Mustard Seeds
1/2 teaspoon
Cumin Seeds
1/2 teaspoon
Turmeric Powder
1/4 teaspoon
Red Chilli Powder
1/2 teaspoon
Coriander Powder
1/2 teaspoon
Coconut Oil
1 tablespoons
grated fresh coconut
1 cup
sprig curry leaves
1
Salt to taste
Water
2 cups
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the green gram in water for at least 4 hours.
Step 2:
Drain the water and pressure cook with salt for 2 whistles. Set aside.
Step 3:
Grind coconut with cumin seeds and green chillies.
Step 4:
Heat the coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 5:
Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Step 6:
Add the chopped onion and curry leaves and sauté until the onion is golden brown.
Step 7:
Add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and ground coconut and mix well.
Step 8:
Add the boiled green gram and cook for 10 minutes, adding water if desired.
Step 9:
Serve hot with red rice.
Did you know?
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How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 12296 users have chowed down on Cherupayar Curry a whopping 37699 times.
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