Andhra-Style Gongurra Pappu Recipe: A Monsoon Twist On Dal

By Devi Poojari

July 19, 2023

A nourishing and delicious dal to eat with rice, this lentil recipe is tangy from the gongurra leaves while also being spicy and cosy.

INGREDIENTS [FOR DAL]

¾ cup toor dal, soaked 1 onion, chopped 1 cup gongurra leaves, chopped 3 green chillies, slit 1 teaspoon turmeric Salt, to taste

INGREDIENTS [FOR TEMPERING]

2 tablespoons ghee 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 2 red chillies, broken 6-7 cloves garlic, crushed 1 pinch asafoetida ½ teaspoon red chilli powder 7-8 curry leaves

METHOD

Add the soaked dal to a pressure cooker along with a cup and half of water, and the remaining ingredients.

METHOD

Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles and set aside to cool slightly.

METHOD

Heat the ghee in a kadhai and temper the broken red chillies, mustard seeds, asafoetida and curry leaves.

METHOD

Add the red chilli powder and garlic to the mixture and pour it over the cooked dal.

METHOD

Mix well to combine and adjust seasoning, if needed. Serve warm with rice.