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Andhra Tomato Pappu
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱10 minsPrep Time
🔥30 minsCook Time
⏰40 minsTotal Time
👥3Serves
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Toor dal cooked with plenty of tomatoes until tangy and soft, finished with a mustard-curry leaf temper — Andhra comfort with rice.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Cook dal with tomatoes, chilli and turmeric until soft; mash.
2
Adjust salt and water.
3
Temper spices in oil; pour over pappu. Mix and serve.
Nutrition per serving
160kcal
Protein8g
Carbohydrates22g
Fat4g
Fibre5g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Tomato-forward dal is bright and light. Pair with millet rice for a fibre-rich Andhra plate.
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Pro Tips
- →Ripe tomatoes = better tang.
- →Mash well for authentic texture.
- →Don’t skip curry leaves.
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Variations
- 1Add spinach.
- 2Use ghee temper.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use fewer tomatoes or add a pinch of jaggery.
Steamed rice and a dry vegetable.
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