How to make Pappu Charu Recipe

Pappu charu is a popular South Indian lentil soup or rasam. It is made with toor dal (split pigeon peas), tamarind, and a variety of spices. Pappu charu is typically served with rice, but it can also be enjoyed as a standalone soup.

Pappu Charu Recipe Ingredients

• 1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
• 1/2 cup tamarind paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon hing (asafoetida)
• 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon curry leaves
• 1 tablespoon oil
• Salt to taste

Lets prepare Pappu Charu Recipe step by step

1. Rinse the toor dal and soak it in water for at least 30 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker, combine the toor dal, tamarind paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, hing, mustard seeds, curry leaves, oil, and salt.
3. Add 3 cups of water to the pressure cooker and close the lid.
4. Put in Pressure cook for 3 whistles.
5. Once the pressure has released naturally, open the lid and mash the dal with a spoon.
6. If the dal is too thick, add more water and bring it to a simmer.
7. Serve hot with rice.