Saru Besara

Saru Besara

Saru Besara

Veg Vegan

A tangy and spicy curry made with colocasia and mustard paste, flavored with garlic and green chilies.

Cuisines

Odia

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 cup yellow split peas (moong dal)
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1 small eggplant, chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and chopped
1 small tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash and soak the yellow split peas (moong dal) in water for 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Grind the mustard seeds into a smooth paste using a little water.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
  4. 4 Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the mustard paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5 Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, sugar, and salt. Stir well.
  6. 6 Add the soaked moong dal, chopped eggplant, potato, and tomato to the pan.
  7. 7 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  8. 8 Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the vegetables and dal are cooked through.
  9. 9 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a more authentic flavor, use mustard oil instead of vegetable oil.