Nadia Bara Tarkari
Veg
Contains dairy
Contains nuts
A coconut-based curry featuring lentil fritters, this dish is popular in Odisha for its creamy texture and aromatic flavors.
Cuisines
Odia
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Coconut , grated |
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1 cup | Chana dal |
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1 medium | Yam , peeled and cubed |
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1 medium | Potato , peeled and cubed |
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1 medium | Tomato , chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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2 tablespoons | Ginger-garlic paste |
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2 pieces | Chili , dry red |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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1 | Salt , to taste |
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2 cups | Water |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Soak the chana dal in water for at least 2 hours, then drain.
- 2 In a blender, grind the grated coconut with a little water to make a smooth paste.
- 3 Heat mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
- 4 Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
- 5 Add dry red chilies and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until the raw smell disappears.
- 6 Add the cubed yam and potato. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- 7 Add the soaked chana dal and chopped tomato. Mix well.
- 8 Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
- 9 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- 10 Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables and dal are cooked through.
- 11 Stir in the coconut paste and garam masala. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- 12 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a small amount of ghee at the end of cooking.