Kalani Saaru Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Kalani Saaru is a traditional Karnataka-style lentil soup made with horse gram, spices, and tamarind. It is a healthy and flavorful dish that is often served with rice or ragi mudde. The earthy flavors of horse gram combined with the tanginess of tamarind make this soup a comforting and nutritious meal.

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Ingredients for Kalani Saaru Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Horse Gram
  • 1/4 Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 1/4 Tomato, Chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 0.13 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon Tamarind Pulp
  • 1/4 tablespoon Oil
  • 0.13 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 0.13 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • as needed A Few Curry Leaves
  • as required Fresh Coriander Leaves For Garnish

Directions: Kalani Saaru Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Wash and soak horse gram for a few hours.
  • STEP 2.Pressure cook the soaked horse gram until soft.
  • STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
  • STEP 4.Add chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, and sauté until golden brown.
  • STEP 5.Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and cook until the tomatoes are soft.
  • STEP 6.Add the cooked horse gram, tamarind pulp, salt, and simmer for a few minutes.
  • STEP 7.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or ragi mudde.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or spinach for variation.
  • Adjust the spice level according to your taste.
  • Make sure to cook the horse gram until it is soft and tender.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat before serving and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
  • Serve with rice, ragi mudde, or any Indian bread.
Nutrition
value
45
calories per serving
2 g Fat2 g Protein5 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Carbs
    5g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    5g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    80mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    1019mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    27mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    32mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    42mg
  • Manganese
    3mg
  • Phosphorus
    42mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • 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