Keerai Kootu | மணத்தக்காளி கீரை கூட்டு செய்வது எப்படி | How To Make Manathakkali Keerai Kootu

moong dal

🥗Healthier: toor dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Toor dal is more affordable and offers similar nutrition.

coconut

🥗Healthier: cashew cream

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Cashew cream provides creaminess while being lower in calories.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: fennel seeds

Cumin seeds can provide a different flavor profile.

Wash manathakkali keerai thoroughly and chop coarsely.

Soak moong dal in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Boil water in a pot and add soaked moong dal; cook until soft, about 15-20 minutes.

Add chopped manathakkali keerai to the pot and cook for another 5-7 minutes until wilted.

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