Kalani Saaru Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak horse gram for a few hours.
• STEP 2.Pressure cook the soaked horse gram until soft.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 4.Add chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 5.Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and cook until the tomatoes are soft.
• STEP 6.Add the cooked horse gram, tamarind pulp, salt, and simmer for a few minutes.
• STEP 7.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or ragi mudde.

Cooking Tips

• You can add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or spinach for variation.
• Adjust the spice level according to your taste.
• Make sure to cook the horse gram until it is soft and tender.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat before serving and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
• Serve with rice, ragi mudde, or any Indian bread.