Watercress Paruppu Kadaiyal Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Pressure cook the lentils until soft and mushy.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Add chopped watercress, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
• STEP 5.Cook until the watercress is wilted.
• STEP 6.Add the cooked lentils and mix well.
• STEP 7.Using a masher, mash the lentils and watercress mixture to a coarse consistency.
• STEP 8.In a separate pan, heat ghee and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dried red chilies.
• STEP 9.Pour this tempering over the mashed lentils and mix well.
• STEP 10.Serve the watercress paruppu kadaiyal with steamed rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• You can adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or less red chili powder.
• If you don't have watercress, you can substitute it with spinach or any other leafy green.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the kadaiyal in a pan or microwave before serving.
• Serve it with steamed rice or roti for a complete meal.