Mamidikaya Majjiga Pulusu | Kacche Aam ki Kadhi | Mangai Mor Kuzhambu
Mamidikaya Majjiga Pulusu is a simple mango and yogurt based stew that is tangy and refreshing. This Kacche Aam ki Kadhi tastes absolutely great with hot rice.
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Raw Mango Pieces (~150 gms) See Notes
- 1 Cup Dahi (~ 250 gms)
- 1 Cup Water
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp Powdered or Grated Jaggery (Optional)
- Salt to Taste
For Tempering
- 1 tsp Oil
- 1 tsp Udad Dal
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 2-3 Slit Green Chillies
- A Few Curry Leaves
Instructions
Cooking the Mango
- Peel and cut the mango to small pieces.
- Add to a large vessel and add 1/2 cup water.
- Pressure cook or cook over open flame till the mango pieces are mashable.
- With a heavy ladle, mash the mango pieces till they are pulp.
Making the Mamidikaya Majjiga Pulusu
- Whisk or mix the dahi well till it is smooth and there are no lumps.
- Add the turmeric, jaggery, salt and 1 cup water, and mix well.
- Add the cooked and mashed raw mango, and mix well.
Adding the Tempering
- In a heavy ladle, heat the oil.
- Add the udad dal and fry till it starts to change colour.
- Add the mustard seeds and slit green chillies.
- Stir-fry till the mustard seeds pop.
- Add the curry leaves and stir-fry for a few seconds.
- Add the tempering to the Majjiga Pulusu and mix well.
Serving Ideas
- Serve Majjiga Pulusu with steamed rice and some stir-fry on the side.