STEP 1.In a preheated pan add 1tbsp oil, add 200 bendekayi (ladies finger) cut into 1 inch pieces, salt to taste. Stir the bendekayi and the salt. Cook the bendekayi on low to medium for 4 to 5 minutes till it becomes soft. To quicken the cooking partially cover the pan to allow the vegetable to steam cook without getting soggy as the moisture will escape.
step 2
STEP 1.While the bendekayi is cooking, roast the spices for the koddel in another pan. Heat a pan and dry roast ½ tsp methi seeds, 2 tsp coriander seeds, 1 tsp cumin seeds,2 tsp sesame seeds, 6 dry red chillies for 3 to 4 minutes on medium heat.
step 3
STEP 1.Once the sesame and coriander seeds start popping and the aroma of the roasting ingredients releases, add 4 cloves garlic and ½ cup grated coconut and roast for another minute till the coconut turns lightly golden and then turn off the heat. Allow these masala ingredients to cool completely.
step 4
STEP 1.Check on the bendekayi, it will be well roasted and have a good colour and texture. Turn off the heat. And keep it aside.
step 5
STEP 1.Empty the roasted spices and coconut mixture in the grinder jar, add 30 gms tamarind, ¼ tsp turmeric and 2tbsp jaggery. Add ½ cup warm water and grind the masla to a fine smooth paste.
step 6
STEP 1.In a heated pan, add 1 tsp oil, ½ tsp mustard seeds and allow to crackle. Then add 2 sprigs of torn curry leaves and 2 dry red chilies. Roast for about 30 seconds till the dry red chillies are well roasted. Next add ¼ tsp asafoetida.
step 7
STEP 1.Then add the ground masala into the pan and add ½ cup of water to give it a gravy consistency. Mix it well and add the roasted bendekayi.bring the gravy to a brisk boil for 3 to 4 minutes.then cover the pan and turn the heat to simmer for 5 minutes. Check the salt and adjust the consistency of the gravy by adding a little water if required. Turn off the heat. Bendekayi puli koddel is ready.
Nutrition value
680
calories per serving
55 g Fat9 g Protein38 g Carbs20 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
55g
Protein
9g
Carbs
38g
Fiber
20g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
38g
Protein
9g
Fiber
20g
Fats
Fat
55g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
306mg
Iron
7mg
Vitamin A
654mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
1mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
79mcg
Vitamin B12
0mcg
Vitamin C
26mg
Vitamin E
5mg
Copper
< 1mcg
Magnesium
181mg
Manganese
9mg
Phosphorus
194mg
Selenium
4mcg
Zinc
2mg
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