Raw Papaya And Urad Dal Kootu Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Pressure cook the urad dal until soft and set aside.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dried red chilies.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions and saute until they turn translucent.
• STEP 4.Add chopped raw papaya and cook until they are slightly tender.
• STEP 5.In a blender, grind coconut, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and red chilies to a smooth paste.
• STEP 6.Add the ground paste to the cooked papaya and mix well.
• STEP 7.Add the cooked urad dal and salt to taste.
• STEP 8.Simmer for a few minutes until the flavors are well combined.
• STEP 9.Serve the raw papaya and urad dal kootu with rice or roti.
• STEP 10.Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the raw papaya until it is slightly tender but still retains its shape.
• You can adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or fewer red chilies.
• Garnish the kootu with fresh coriander leaves for added freshness.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover kootu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the kootu before serving and serve with rice or roti.