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Kakinada Urad Achari
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kakinada Urad Achari

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kakinada cooking — Kakinada Urad Achari brings a achari touch with a classic fry finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Urad Dal1 cup, rinsed
  • Fenugreek Seeds1/2 tsp
  • Mustard Seeds1 tsp
  • Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1 tsp

Optional extras

  • 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.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Chilka Urad Dal || SPLIT BLACK GRAM LENTILS | Chilka Urad Dal Tadka Recipe | Black Dal Recipe · on YouTube