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Indian Cabbage Kootu Recipe

A simple and delicious South Indian dish made with cabbage, lentils, and spices.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cabbage, chopped
  • ½ cup Moong dal (yellow lentils)
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste

For Tempering

  • 1 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 2 nos Dry red chilies
  • 1 sprig Curry leaves

Instructions 

  1. 1. Wash and soak the moong dal for 10 minutes.
  2. 2. In a pressure cooker, add the soaked dal, chopped cabbage, turmeric powder, and salt. Add enough water to cover the ingredients. Cook for 3-4 whistles.
  3. 3. In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
  4. 4. Add the tempering to the cooked cabbage and dal mixture. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Serve hot with rice or chapati.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Cabbage Kootu, South Indian
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