– Welcome to this mouth-watering recipe of Tamil Samaiyal Poosanikai Poriyal, also known as White Pumpkin Poriyal.
– This simple and delicious South Indian dish is a popular side dish that complements any meal.
Ingredients:
– 1 medium-sized white pumpkin, diced
– 2 tablespoons of oil
– 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds
– 1 teaspoon of urad dal
– 1 teaspoon of chana dal
– 2-3 dried red chilies
– A few curry leaves
– 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
– Salt to taste
– Freshly grated coconut (optional)
– Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
Recipe:
1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they start popping, add urad dal and chana dal and sauté until they turn golden brown.
2. Add dried red chilies and curry leaves to the pan and sauté for a few seconds.
3. Add the diced white pumpkin to the pan and mix well.
4. Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt over the pumpkin and mix until well combined.
5. Cover the pan and let the pumpkin cook on low heat until it becomes soft and tender.
6. Once the pumpkin is cooked, garnish with freshly grated coconut (optional) and fresh coriander leaves.
7. Serve the delicious Tamil Samaiyal Poosanikai Poriyal hot with steamed rice and any South Indian curry of your choice.
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this simple yet flavorful Tamil Samaiyal Poosanikai Poriyal recipe. Enjoy!