Ingredients for Keerai Mologutal South Indian Spinach Lentil Stew
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup yellow lentils (toor dal or masoor dal)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, optional
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (as an alternative to coconut oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
- 5-6 curry leaves
- 2-3 green chilies, slit
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder, optional
- Lime juice, for garnish (optional)
- Steamed rice, for serving
- Spicy pickle, for serving
Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion
Missing an ingredient for this Keerai Mologutal South Indian Spinach Lentil Stew? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.
How to Make Keerai Mologutal South Indian Spinach Lentil Stew
- Rinse the lentils and spinach thoroughly under cold water.
- Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add the curry leaves and green chilies; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed lentils and about 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Add the chopped spinach and salt. Stir well and simmer for another 5-7 minutes, until the spinach wilts and is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot over steamed rice. Garnish with a squeeze of lime juice (optional) and enjoy with your favorite spicy pickle!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
27 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
33g
Carbs
7g
