Karuvepillai Pachadi Recipe
Karuvepillai Pachadi, a delightful South Indian side dish, is a vibrant mix of flavors and textures, making it a perfect accompaniment to a variety of meals. With its fresh ingredients and simple preparation, it’s sure to be a hit at your dining table.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Salt | To taste |
| Yogurt | 1 ½ cups |
| Curry leaves | ½ cup |
| Ginger | 1 inch piece |
| Green chili | 1 |
| Cumin seeds | ½ teaspoon |
| Whole black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Oil | ½ teaspoon |
| Mustard seeds | ½ teaspoon |
| White urad dal | ½ teaspoon |
| Curry leaves (stalks) | 2 stalks |
| Dried red chili | 1 |
Preparation Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings
- Servings: 4
Cuisine
- Cuisine: South Indian
- Course: Side Dish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Instructions
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Make the Pachadi Masala: In a mixer grinder, combine the curry leaves, ginger, green chili, cumin seeds, and whole black pepper. Grind until smooth and set aside in a bowl.
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Prepare the Yogurt Mixture: In a mixing bowl, add the yogurt and salt. Whisk well until smooth. Fold in the prepared pachadi masala and mix thoroughly.
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Prepare the Tempering: Heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds and urad dal, sautéing until golden brown. Next, add the curry leaves and sauté for an additional 10 seconds.
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Final Touch: Sprinkle in the dried red chili, cooking for another 10 seconds before turning off the heat. Pour this tempering into the yogurt mixture and stir to combine.
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Serve: Karuvepillai Pachadi pairs beautifully with Avarekalu Pulav and a fresh Raw Mango Cucumber Salad for a delightful meal.
Enjoy this refreshing and healthy side dish that brings the taste of South India right to your table!
