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A classic Andhra stew that perfectly balances tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors. This comforting dish features a medley of vegetables simmered in a tamarind and jaggery broth, making it a perfect side for rice.
For 4 servings
Prepare Tamarind & Vegetables
Cook the Vegetables
Add Flavorings
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A classic Andhra stew that perfectly balances tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors. This comforting dish features a medley of vegetables simmered in a tamarind and jaggery broth, making it a perfect side for rice.
This andhra recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 176.94 calories per serving with 2.51g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Thicken the Pulusu
Prepare the Tempering (Talimpu)
Combine and Serve
Feel free to add other traditional vegetables like sweet potatoes, brinjal (eggplant), or broad beans (chikkudukaya). Adjust cooking time accordingly.
For a thicker, more protein-rich version, add 1/4 cup of cooked toor dal (pigeon peas) along with the tamarind water in step 3.
Increase the amount of red chili powder to 1.5 tsp or add a couple more slit green chilies for an extra kick of heat.
Packed with a variety of vegetables like pumpkin, bottle gourd, and drumstick, providing essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber for overall health.
The tamarind and spices like asafoetida and cumin are traditionally known to stimulate digestive enzymes, promoting better gut health and preventing indigestion.
Uses jaggery instead of refined sugar. Jaggery is unrefined and contains trace minerals like iron and magnesium, offering a more wholesome sweetness.
Ingredients like turmeric, tamarind, and various vegetables are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C, which help strengthen the immune system.
Yes, Mukkala Pulusu is a very healthy dish. It is packed with a variety of vegetables, providing fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's naturally vegan, low in fat, and uses jaggery, a less processed sweetener than refined sugar.
One serving of Mukkala Pulusu (approximately 1 cup or 325g) contains around 110-130 calories, making it a light and nutritious side dish. The exact count can vary based on the amount of oil and jaggery used.
This dish is very versatile. You can use other vegetables like sweet potatoes, taro root (arbi), brinjal (eggplant), okra, or broad beans. Remember to adjust cooking times based on the vegetable's hardness.
While jaggery provides the essential sweet balance to the tamarind's tang, you can reduce the amount or skip it for a purely tangy and spicy version. Alternatively, you can use a small amount of brown sugar or date syrup.
Mukkala Pulusu can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors often deepen and taste even better the next day. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.
Lumps form if the rice flour slurry is not smooth or if it's added to the hot liquid too quickly without stirring. To avoid this, ensure the slurry is completely free of lumps and pour it in a thin, steady stream while stirring the pulusu continuously.