Avarampoo Kootan (Tanner’s Cassia Flower Stew): A South Indian Delight
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About Avarampoo Kootan (Tanner's Cassia Flower Stew): A South Indian Delight
Discover the vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness of Avarampoo Kootan, a traditional South Indian stew brimming with delicate Tanner's Cassia flowers (Avarampoo).Known for its medicinal properties, the Avarampoo flower combines beautifully with fresh vegetables, creamy coconut, and aromatic spices in this comforting dish. This easy recipe guides you to a flavorful Kootan, perfect alongside roti, naan, or rice. Experience a true taste of South India!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total1 hour
Ingredients
Spices and Flavorings
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Pepper black
- 4 Chillies dried, red
- 1 pinch Asafoetida
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut grated
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1 tsp Pigeon Pea
- 1 cup Pigeon Pea boiled
- 8-10 Avarampoo Flowers tanner's cassia, fresh
- ½ tsp Mustard Seeds
Instructions
- Gently remove the stems from the avarampoo flowers. Wash the flowers thoroughly and set aside.
- In a pot, combine the green peas, green beans, and carrot. Add enough water to cover the vegetables. Season with salt. Bring the water to a boil and cook the vegetables until tender.
- In a blender, combine 1 tablespoon of grated coconut, 2 dried red chilies, ½ teaspoon of toor dal, and the black pepper. Add a little water and grind to a smooth paste.
- Add the boiled vegetables to the pot with the boiled toor dal. Stir in the avarampoo flowers.
- Pour the ground coconut spice paste into the pot with the vegetables and dal. Mix well. This infuses the dish with a rich, aromatic flavor.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Heat a small pan with a little oil. Add the mustard seeds and asafoetida. Once the mustard seeds splutter, pour this tempering over the kootan. This adds a final layer of flavor and aroma.
- Serve the Avarampoo Kootan hot with roti, naan, phulkas, or rice.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, use homemade ghee for tempering.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies.
- Soaking the lentils for at least 30 minutes before cooking helps them cook faster and evenly.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover dal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 642mgPotassium: 436mgFiber: 12gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 4979IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 3mg
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Absolutely wonderful! Can’t wait to make it.
This is exactly what I was looking for!
So delicious! Excited to make it.
Absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing.