Avarakkai Poricha Kootu Recipe - Broad Beans Kootu Recipe

Step 1: To begin making the Avarakkai Poricha Kootu Recipe ; we will first cook the moong dal lentils with about 1 cup of water in a pressure cooker, along with a 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder and salt to taste

Step 2: Pressure cook for at least 4 whistles and turn off the heat

Step 3: Allow the pressure to release naturally and keep the cooked dal aside

Step 4: Place the Avarakkai in the pressure cooker, add a pinch of salt and 2 tablespoons water and pressure cook for one whistle

Step 5: Once done, turn off the heat and release the pressure immediately

Step 6: Releasing the pressure immediately will help, retaining the bright green color of Avarakkai

Step 7: Add the cooked Avarakkai to the cooked moong dal and give it a stir

Step 8: The next step is to grind the Avarakkai Kootu masala

Step 9: Into the mixer grinder, add the grated coconut, cumin seeds, curry leaves and the red chilli into a smooth paste

Step 10: Add couple of tablespoons of water for grinding, this will help the coconut to blend well with the chillies

Step 11: Add the kootu masala to the Avarakkai and the dal

Step 12: Stir well to combine

Step 13: Check the salt and adjust according to taste

Step 14: Heat oil in a tadka pan; add the mustard seeds, halved white urad dal and allow them to crackle

Step 15: Allow the dal to roast well until lightly browned and crisp on medium heat

Step 16: Stir in the curry leaves and turn off the heat

Step 17: Once done, add this seasoning to the mixed Avarakkai Kootu and give it a stir

Step 18: When you are ready to serve, give it a brisk boil

Step 19: You can adjust the consistency of the Avarakkai Kootu by adding a little water - keep in mind that Kootu as a dish is typically on a thicker side

Step 20: Transfer the Avarakkai Kootu to a serving bowl and serve hot

Step 21: Serve the Avarakkai Poricha Kootu Recipe along with Thakkali Rasam Recipe, Keerai Masiyal, Steamed rice and papad for a wholesome Indian lunch or Indian dinner