Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Beetroot Curry


Beetroot Curry
Daily consumption of beetroot increases you stamina.Beetroot is highest on sugar content among vegetables.Although rich in sugar content,beetroot has no fat, is low on calories and a great source of fibre.
Probably Beetroot should be used for sugar production then

Ingredients:
1. Beetroot - 3
2. Onion - 1
3. Chana dal - 2 tsp
4. Red chilly powder - 1 tsp
5. Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
6. Cumin - 1/2 tsp
7. Mustard - 1/2 tsp
8. Lemon juice - 2 tsp
9. Salt as per taste
10. Oil - 3 tsp
11. Curry leaves - 5
11. Coriander for garnishing

Preparation:
1. Cut Beetroot and Cook in water until they are tender.
2. Cut the onion.
3. In a container heat the oil and add cumin and mustard.
4. Then add curry leaves and chana dal.
5. Fry until the dal is slightly brown.
6. Add Onion and fry.
7. Now take the boiled beetroot, remove the water and add only the beetroot to the conatiner.
8. Fry for 2 mins and add, turmeric,chilly powder,salt and lemon juice.
9. Mix well and cook for 10 mins.

Add Coriander for garnishing. You could also use fresh coconut(grated) for garnishing.
Beetroot Palya tastes awesome with rice or chapati/poori.

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