Thursday, January 1, 2009

DRUMSTICK LEAVES PORIYAL

Drumstick leaves are rich in iron and vitamins. Pregnant women and nursing mothers are advised to include this in their diet as much as possible. Here comes the nutritious recipe.

INGREDIENTS:

Drumstick leaves – 1 bunch

Onion – 1 medium size

Tomato – 1 medium size

Garlic flakes – 7-10

Moong dal – 1 small cup

Red chilies – 2

Mustard seeds – 1 tbp

Urad dal – 1 tbp

Salt – As required

METHOD:

· Separate the leaves from the stalks and wash thoroughly.

· Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, urad dal, and red chilies.

· Once seasoning is ready, add onion, garlic flakes, and tomato. Once they blend nicely, add the moong dal and drumstick leaves. Add necessary salt. Mix well and cook it closed. Stir occasionally and cook until the leaves are cooked well. Serve hot with rice.

3 comments:

Trupti said...

I never tried drumstick leaves ..it must be tasted different.

Sanghi said...

Ya, this is tasty.. I dont use tomato in poriyal. will try out..!

sriharivatsan said...

Yes, am sure you will like it Trupti..

Try out and let me know Sanghi..