Keerai Paruppu Masiyal is a very flexible dish and can be prepared with any type of Greens.
You can also use any preferred Dhal like Moong or Channa dhal. Each Dhal render a unique flavor to the dish.
It is a wholesome food when served with Rice and is a prefect balance of Protein and Iron to carry on your day.
Remember that Spinach has high nutritional value, even when frozen, steamed, or quickly boiled.
Oil- 2 tsp
Mustard - 1 tsp Urad dhal - 1 tsp
Cumin - 1 tsp
Fenugreek - 1/2 tsp Asafetida - 1/4 tsp Red Chilli - 1
Onion – 1, diced
Garlic - 2 cloves
Tomato- 1, diced
Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
Sambhar powder- 1 tsp
Salt
Spinach - 1 bunch, chopped (You can use any greens)
Thuvar Dhal - 1/4 cup, pressure cooked with Turmeric till soft
Tamarind Juice - 1/4 cup (optional)
Heat Oil in a large pan. Temper Mustard, Urad Dhal, Cumin, Fenugreek, Asafetida and Red Chilli.
Sauté Onion and Garlic until translucent.
Add the Tomatoes and cook closed until soft.
Season the mixture with Turmeric, Sambhar powder and required Salt.
Now add the chopped Greens and mix well. Cook closed for 10 min on low flame.
Stir in cooked Dhal along with Tamarind Juice if needed and cook closed for another 10 min.