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Madurai Cheera Sunday
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Madurai Cheera Sunday

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Madurai cooking — Madurai Cheera Sunday brings a sunday touch with a classic poriyal finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Amaranth Leaves250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

  7. 7

    Adjust seasoning and serve.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Cheera Vada ll Keera Vada ll Tea time snacks ll Ep.246 · on YouTube