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A classic Hyderabadi curry featuring tender taro root simmered in a rich, tangy gravy made from peanuts, sesame, and tamarind. This nutty and spicy dish is a perfect side for biryani or roti.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Arbi (Taro Root)
Roast and Grind the Salan Masala Paste
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A classic Hyderabadi curry featuring tender taro root simmered in a rich, tangy gravy made from peanuts, sesame, and tamarind. This nutty and spicy dish is a perfect side for biryani or roti.
This hyderabadi recipe takes 65 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 458.65 calories per serving with 6.44g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Cook the Gravy Base
Combine and Simmer the Salan
Garnish and Serve
This salan base is very versatile. You can replace arbi with boiled eggs, large green chilies (Mirchi ka Salan), or small eggplants (Baingan ka Salan).
For a richer, creamier texture, you can add 1 tablespoon of cashew paste or poppy seed paste along with the peanut-sesame paste.
Increase the amount of red chili powder and add 2-3 slit green chilies along with the onions for an extra kick of heat.
Arbi (taro root) is an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
The use of peanuts and sesame seeds provides monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels.
As a starchy root vegetable, arbi is rich in complex carbohydrates that provide sustained energy, making this dish both filling and energizing.
Sesame seeds and peanuts are good sources of essential minerals like magnesium, calcium, and zinc, which are important for bone health, immune function, and metabolic processes.
One serving of Arbi ka Salan (approximately 1 cup or 220g) contains around 440 calories. The calories primarily come from the arbi, oil, peanuts, and sesame seeds.
Yes, it can be part of a healthy diet. Arbi (taro root) is a good source of dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates. The peanuts and sesame seeds provide healthy fats, protein, and minerals. However, it is calorie-dense due to the oil and nuts, so portion control is recommended.
The peanut and sesame paste is the heart of a traditional salan. For a nut-free version, you could try a base made from roasted poppy seeds (khus khus) and more coconut, but the flavor profile will be significantly different.
Bitterness in salan usually comes from over-roasting the peanuts, sesame seeds, or coconut. It's crucial to roast them on low heat only until they are lightly golden and fragrant. If they turn dark brown, they will impart a bitter taste.
You can store Arbi ka Salan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making it taste even better the next day. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if it has thickened too much.