Murungai Keerai Thani Saaru Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Murungai Keerai Thani Saaru is a traditional South Indian soup made with drumstick leaves, lentils, and spices. It is a nutritious and flavorful dish that is packed with the goodness of drumstick leaves. The saaru is typically served with steamed rice and a dollop of ghee for a wholesome meal.

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25minstotal
10minsPrep
15minsCook
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Ingredients for Murungai Keerai Thani Saaru Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Drumstick Leaves
  • 0.13 cup Toor Dal
  • 1/2 Tomatoes, Chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon For Tempering: Ghee, Teaspoon Mustard Seeds, Teaspoon Cumin Seeds, A Few Curry Leaves

Directions: Murungai Keerai Thani Saaru Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Wash and soak the lentils for 30 minutes.
  • STEP 2.Pressure cook the lentils with drumstick leaves, tomatoes, and spices.
  • STEP 3.Temper mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves in ghee and add it to the saaru.
  • STEP 4.Serve hot with steamed rice and ghee.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add tamarind pulp for a tangy flavor.
  • Adjust the consistency of the saaru by adding water as required.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves for added freshness.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover saaru can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat the saaru before serving.
  • Serve with steamed rice and ghee for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
685
calories per serving
20 g Fat15 g Protein109 g Carbs13 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    20g
  • Protein
    15g
  • Carbs
    109g
  • Fiber
    13g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    109g
  • Protein
    15g
  • Fiber
    13g

Fats

  • Fat
    20g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    98mg
  • Iron
    7mg
  • Vitamin A
    348mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    107mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    62mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    140mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    301mg
  • 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
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Recipe By Slurrp