Senaga Pindi Charu
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Discover how to prepare senaga pindi charu or bengal gram flour charu, a delightful and easy-to-make accompaniment for breakfast, particularly with upma or rice.
Course:
Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine:
Indian
Keyword:
Bengal gram flour charu, Pindi charu, Senaga Pindi Charu
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Bengal Gram Flour
- 2 Onions
- 3 Tomatoes
- 2-3 Green Chilies
- 1/4 cup Curry Leaves
- 20 grams Tamarind
- 1 tsp Ginger Garlic Paste
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/4 cup Coriander Leaves
- 1 tbsp Sambar Powder (optional)
- Salt
- Oil
Instructions
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Begin by heating 1 1/2 tbsp of oil in a pan.
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Introduce 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, and 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds, and sauté.
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Add 2 diced onions and cook until softened.
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Incorporate 2-3 green chilies and 1/4 cup of curry leaves, frying for about a minute.
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Sprinkle in 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder and 1 tsp of ginger-garlic paste, stirring for another minute.
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Integrate 3 diced tomatoes, cooking until they reach a soft consistency. Cover and cook as needed.
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Season with 1 tsp of chili powder and salt to taste, mixing well.
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Pour in the juice of 20 grams of tamarind along with water as necessary. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes.
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In a separate bowl, combine 2 tbsp of Bengal gram flour with 2 cups of water, ensuring a smooth mixture without lumps.
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Gradually add this flour-water mixture to the simmering charu, adjusting thickness to your liking.
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Sprinkle coriander leaves into the mix and stir.
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Allow the charu to simmer for an additional minute. Optionally, introduce 1 tbsp of sambar powder for added flavor.
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Be cautious not to let the charu thicken excessively on the stove, as it will naturally thicken upon cooling.
Your bengal gram flour charu or senaga pindi charu is now ready to be served! Enjoy its delightful flavors.
