Vegetarian📍 Puducherry

Murungai Keerai Kootu

An authentic vegetarian recipe from Puducherry, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Traditional Murungai Keerai Kootu from Puducherry, India
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The Story Behind the Dish

Murungai Keerai Kootu is a treasured vegetarian dish from Puducherry, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.

Ingredients

0/9 gathered

Cooking Instructions

  1. Wash and prepare all vegetables or grains as needed.

  2. Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

  3. Add onions and cook until translucent.

  4. Add tomatoes if used, cook until soft.

  5. Add spices — turmeric, red chilli powder, and salt.

  6. Add the main ingredient and mix well with the masala.

  7. Cook covered on low heat until tender, stirring occasionally.

  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

Cook

25 mins

Serves

4 servings

Level

Easy

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