Pesara kattu Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Pesara kattu is a traditional South Indian dish made with moong dal. It is a nutritious and comforting dish that is often consumed as a breakfast or lunch option. The dal is cooked until soft and then tempered with spices and herbs. It is usually served hot with rice or roti.

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Ingredients for Pesara kattu Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Moong Dal
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 0.13 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 1/4 tablespoon Oil
  • 0.13 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 0.13 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • as needed A Few Curry Leaves
  • 1/2 Green Chilies, Slit
  • as per your need Fresh Coriander Leaves For Garnish

Directions: Pesara Kattu Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Wash and soak the moong dal for 30 minutes.
  • STEP 2.Pressure cook the dal with water, turmeric powder, and salt until soft.
  • STEP 3.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies. Saute for a minute.
  • STEP 4.Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well. Cook for a few minutes until the flavors blend together.
  • STEP 5.Serve hot with rice or roti.

Storage and Serving

  • Pesara kattu can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat the kattu in a pan or microwave before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving for added flavor.
Nutrition
value
178
calories per serving
2 g Fat12 g Protein27 g Carbs5 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Carbs
    27g
  • Fiber
    5g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    27g
  • Protein
    12g
  • Fiber
    5g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    27mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    61mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    49mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    81mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    214mg
  • Selenium
    25mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp