Andhra-style Palak Pachadi

In today’s blog, I’m going to share the recipe for Andhra-style Palak Pachadi. I have a friend from Andhra Pradesh who once invited me to her home for dinner. She is an excellent cook, and I loved the food she prepared. Among the multiple dishes from Andhra cuisine, the Palak Pachadi stood out. It was so delicious that I couldn’t stop eating it with rice and chapati. I immediately asked my friend for the recipe, and she kindly shared it with me. The next day, I made Palak Pachadi at home, and it was a hit. It has been a regular dish in our home ever since. It’s easy to prepare and can be stored in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. When a dish touches my soul, I never miss sharing the recipe with you. So, without any delay, let’s jump into the recipe.

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Ingredients

1 big diced onion

6-8 garlic cloves

2-3 green chilies 

1 tbsp Coriander leaves 

Small lemon-sized tamarind 

1 tbsp red chili powder 

1/2 tbsp Salt (as per taste)

2 tbsp oil

1/2 tbsp Chana dal

1/2 tbsp urad dal

1/4 tbsp Mustard seeds

1/4 tbsp Cumin seeds

2 dry red chilies and saute

5-6 curry leaves and saute 

1 pinch of hing

1/2 tbsp salt (as per taste)

1/4 tbsp Turmeric powder 

1 bunch of chopped palak

Instructions with images

In a jar, add 1 big diced onion

Add 6-8 garlic cloves

Add 2-3 green chilies 

Next, add 1 tbsp Coriander leaves 

Add 1 tbsp red chili powder 

Add small lemon-sized tamarind 

Now add a little water

Grind it into a smooth paste

In a pan add 2 tbsp oil

Add 1/2 tbsp Chana dal

Add 1/2 tbsp urad dal

Next, add 1/4 tbsp Mustard seeds and add 1/4 tbsp Cumin seeds

Add 2 dry red chilies and saute

Add 5-6 curry leaves and saute 

And add 1 pinch of hing

Now add the onion paste to it and Mix everything well

Add 1/2 tbsp salt (as per taste) and Mix it well

Add 1/4 tbsp Turmeric powder 

Mix it well

Now add 1 bunch of chopped palak and Mix it well 

Close the lid and cook for 5 minutes 

Your tasty Palak pachadi is ready

hope you enjoy making and tasting this flavorful Andra-style Palak Pachadi. It’s a fantastic addition to your meals, especially when paired with hot rice and ghee. The chutney is not only delicious but also convenient, as it can be stored in the fridge for up to a week and used for quick lunches. If you try the recipe, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Please share your experience and any tweaks you made in the comments. Don’t forget to follow us for more delicious recipes and updates.

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Happy Eating!