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Kootu is a traditional South Indian dish that is primarily made from a blend of dal and vegetables, seasoned with a variety of spices. It is a staple dish in Tamil cuisine and a part of every festive meal. Kootu is both nutritious and delicious, incorporating a variety of vegetables and lentils, making it an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and proteins.
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Recipe
Ingredients
dal
1 cup
vegetables (usually a combination
Choice
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
Salt to taste
For the spice mix
Directions
Step 1:
Cook the dal with turmeric powder and salt until it becomes soft.
Step 2:
In another pot, cook the vegetables with salt until they are tender.
Step 3:
Prepare the spice mix by roasting and grinding the given ingredients.
Step 4:
Mix the cooked dal, vegetables, and the spice mix together and boil for a few minutes.
Step 5:
In a small pan, heat oil for tempering and add the given ingredients.
Step 6:
Once the mustard seeds start spluttering, add this tempering to the dal-vegetable mixture.
Step 7:
Serve the Kootu hot with rice.
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