Welcome to my kitchen! Today, I have a special recipe for you that is sure to tantalize your taste buds – swayam paaka Bassaru Mixed Greens Bassaru And Palya Berake Soppinna Bassaru. This traditional Kannada Karnataka recipe is packed with flavor and is a wholesome meal on its own. Let’s dive into the world of aromatic spices and fresh greens as we cook up this delicious dish together.
Ingredients:
For the Bassaru:
– 1 cup toor dal
– 3 cups mixed greens (spinach, dill, fenugreek, coriander)
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 tomatoes, chopped
– 4-5 garlic cloves
– 1-inch ginger
– 2-3 green chilies
– 1 tsp cumin seeds
– 1 tsp coriander seeds
– 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
– 1 tsp red chili powder
– Salt to taste
– 2 tbsp ghee or oil
– 1 tsp mustard seeds
– A pinch of asafoetida
– Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
For the Palya:
– 2 cups mixed greens (amaranth, kale, collard greens)
– 1 onion, chopped
– 1/2 cup freshly grated coconut
– 1 tsp mustard seeds
– 1 tsp urad dal
– 2-3 dry red chilies
– A few curry leaves
– Salt to taste
– 1 tbsp oil
Recipes:
Bassaru:
1. Pressure cook the toor dal with water until soft. Mash the dal and keep aside.
2. In a pan, heat ghee or oil and add cumin seeds, coriander seeds, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Add chopped onion and tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes are softened.
4. Add the mixed greens and cook until they wilt. Then, add the mashed dal, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Add water as needed to achieve a soupy consistency. Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
6. In a separate pan, heat ghee or oil and temper mustard seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Pour this tempering over the Bassaru and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Palya:
1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add urad dal, dry red chilies, and curry leaves.
2. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown. Then, add the mixed greens and salt. Cook until the greens are tender.
3. Finally, mix in the freshly grated coconut and stir well. Serve hot with Bassaru.
I hope you enjoyed cooking up this delicious Kannada Karnataka recipe with me. It’s a perfect blend of nutrition and flavor that will leave you craving for more. Stay tuned for more exciting recipes from my kitchen!