Tindli South Indian Style

Cook along · 10 steps

Method

1. 1

   Clean 500 grams kundru. Cut into long medium-sized pieces — not too thick, not too thin.

2. 2

   Heat 3 tbsp oil in a pan. Add ⅓ cup peanuts. Fry on low flame for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.

3. 3

   Remove peanuts to a plate.

   

4. 4

   In the same oil, add ¼ tsp fenugreek seeds, ½ tsp mustard seeds, and ¼ tsp turmeric powder. Let them crackle.

5. 5

   Add the cut kundru. Mix well on low flame.

   

6. 6

   Cook on low flame for 12-15 minutes, stirring in between, until golden and slightly crispy from all sides.

7. 7

   Add the fried peanuts, salt to taste, 1 tsp red chili powder, and ½ cup dry grated coconut.

8. 8

   Mix everything well.

   

9. 9

   Serve with rice, dal, and lemon.

10. 10

    Place Tulsi leaves and offer to Thakurji. Chant Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Ram Hare Ram Ram Ram Hare Hare