Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Malabar Parippu Curry (Coconut Moong Dal)
Chef's Menu Description
A wholesome, deeply comforting soup crafted from slow-simmered stock, aromatic garden vegetables, and fresh herbs, served with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup yellow moong dal
- • 1/2 cup grated coconut
- • 2 green chilies, slit
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 2 tbsp coconut oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 1 sprig curry leaves
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the moong dal with 2 cups water and turmeric for 3 whistles until soft.
2
Phase 2
Coarsely grind the grated coconut, green chilies, and cumin seeds.
3
Phase 3
Add the ground masala and salt to the dal and simmer 5 minutes.
4
Phase 4
Heat coconut oil and pop the mustard seeds and curry leaves.
5
Phase 5
Pour the tempering over the dal and serve hot with Kerala matta rice.