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Nadan Kerala Parippu Curry

Nadan Kerala Parippu Curry is a traditional Kerala dish made with Moong Dal and is an essential part of every Sadya (feast) in Kerala.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Keyword kerala parippu curry
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 170kcal
Author Puja

Equipment

  • 1 Mixer Grinder A mixie, also known as a mixer grinder, is commonly used in Indian kitchens to grind and blend various ingredients. In the context of Kerala Parippu Curry, a mixie is used to prepare the coconut paste. Grated coconut or coconut pieces, along with water, can be blended in the mixie to create a smooth coconut paste that enhances the curry's creaminess and flavor.
  • 2 Stirring Spoon A stirring spoon or ladle is used to mix and stir the ingredients while cooking.
  • 3 Measuring Cups and spoons Measuring cups and spoons are useful for accurately measuring the ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Moong Dal
  • 1 cup Grated Coconut
  • Small Red Onions/ Shallots /Pearl Onion - 6 nos + 4 for tempering thinly sliced
  • 4 nos Green Chilli
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 2-3 tsp Coconut Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 2 nos Dried Red Chilli broken into two pieces
  • Curry Leaves few
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed

Instructions

  • Roast the moong dal in a heavy bottomed pan without oil and keep it aside.
  • Grind coconut, jeera, green chilli and turmeric powder together by adding little water.
  • Set aside.
  • Pressure cook the moong dal by adding water until cooked.
  • The moong dal should be completely mashed in water.
  • Add ground paste, salt and water as needed to the mashed dal and let it boil.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Heat coconut oil in another pan and splutter mustard seeds.
  • Add small onion, curry leaves and red chilli.
  • Fry till small onion becomes golden brown and pour over cooked dal.
  • Serve hot along with rice, thoran and pappadam.
  • You can drizzle some ghee on the curry and have.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 389mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg