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Menthi Majjiga | Andhra Buttermilk Tempered with Fenugreek

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In Mumbai, the heat in October is sometimes worse than in summer and we are looking for thanda-thanda-cool-cool stuff. I cannot think of anything that fits that description more than Menthi Majjiga!

Menthi Majjiga, Andhra Buttermilk with Fenugreek Seed Tadka. Pin
Andhra Menthi Majjiga | A Fenugreek Spiced Buttermilk

Menthi Majjiga is a traditional recipe from Andhra Pradesh which is essentially buttermilk tempered with methi (menthulu, fenugreek seeds). Ajwain (vamu, carom seeds) is also added to the tempering and adds to the wonderful flavour and aroma.

Easy to make, there is nothing more satisfying than savouring rice mixed with this fenugreek-tempered buttermilk on a hot summer afternoon. Believe you me, you do not need any accompaniments to enjoy this meal. We make this very often in summer, especially for lunch, because it keeps us full, cool, and happy.

I had first posted this recipe in October 2012 and have updated it with new photos and recipe card.

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Menthi Majjiga, buttermilk flavoured with a tempering of ajwain (carom seeds) and methi dana (fenugreek seeds).Pin

How to Make Menthi Majjiga

  1. Whisk 1 Cup Dahi till it is smooth and has no lumps.
    Dahi beaten till smoothPin
  2. Add 3/4 cup water and some salt. Mix well.
    Water added to dahi to dilute it.Pin
  3. The Tempering
    1. In a tempering ladle, heat 1 tsp oil.
    2. Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds and wait till they crackle.
      Mustard seeds crackling in hot oil.Pin
    3. Add 1 tsp udad dal and 1/2 tsp methi seeds.
    4. Stir-fry till the udad dal and methi start to change colour.
      Methi seeds (fenugreek seeds) and udad dal fried till golden brown.Pin
    5. Now, add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp carom seeds, 2 split red chillies, and a few curry leaves.
    6. Stir-fry for a few seconds.
      Tempering with carom seeds, cumin seeds, red chillies and curry leaves.Pin
    7. Add the tempering to the buttermilk and mix well.
      Tempering added to buttermilk as the final step of making Menthi MajjigaPin
  4. Serve Menthi Majjiga with steamed rice.
Menthi Majjiga, a traditional Andhra buttermilk flavoured with a tadka of ajwain (carom seeds) and methi (fenugreek seeds).Pin

Recipe for Menthi Majjiga | Andhra Buttermilk Tempered with Fenugreek (Methi)

Menthi Majjiga, a traditional Andhra buttermilk flavoured with a tadka of ajwain (carom seeds) and methi (fenugreek seeds).Pin

Menthi Majjiga | Andhra Buttermilk Tempered with Fenugreek

Aruna
This is a recipe for a traditional tempered buttermilk from Andhra Pradesh called Menthi Majjiga. It is eaten with rice and is a blessing in summer as it helps combat body heat.
Menthi Majjiga is also very light on the stomach and so is easily digested.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Accompaniment
Cuisine Andhra, Gluten Free, Indian, South Indian, Telangana, Vegetarian
Servings 4 People
Calories 59 kcal
Equipment
  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Tempering Ladle/Small Wok
  • 1 Spoon
  • 1 Whisk
Ingredients
  
  • 1 Cup Dahi (~300 gms)
  • 3/4 Cup Water (~200 ml)
  • Salt to Taste
For Tempering
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • 1 tsp Udad Dal
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Methi, Menthulu, Fenugreek Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Ajwain, Vamu, Carom Seeds
  • 2 Split Red Chillies
  • 8-10 Curry Leaves
Instructions
 
  • Whisk 1 Cup Dahi till it is smooth and has no lumps.
  • Add 3/4 cup water and some salt. Mix well.
The Tempering
  • In a tempering ladle, heat 1 tsp oil.
  • Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds and wait till they crackle.
  • Add 1 tsp udad dal and 1/2 tsp methi seeds.
  • Stir-fry till the udad dal and methi start to change colour.
  • Now, add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp carom seeds, 2 split red chillies, and a few curry leaves.
  • Stir-fry for a few seconds.
  • Add the tempering to the buttermilk and mix well.
  • Serve Menthi Majjiga with steamed rice.
Notes
You can refrigerate the Menthi Majjiga. It is makes for a lovely cold meal when mixed with rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 59 kcalCarbohydrates: 5 gProtein: 3 gFat: 3 gSaturated Fat: 1 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4 gMonounsaturated Fat: 1 gTrans Fat: 0.01 gCholesterol: 8 mgSodium: 322 mgPotassium: 111 mgFiber: 1 gSugar: 3 gVitamin A: 206 IUVitamin C: 41 mgCalcium: 89 mgIron: 1 mg
Keyword Buttermilk, Fenugreek Tempered Buttermilk, Majjiga, Menthi Majjiga
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