Keerai masiyal

Keerai masiyal is a famous side dish of South India which can be prepared in different methods. It is easy to make and tastes delicious.  It is generally prepared with Arai keerai. (Botanical name of Arai keerai is Amaranthus dubius).

Ingredients:

1. Arai keerai/amarnath -1 bunch
2. Asafoetida powder -1/4tsp
3. Mustard seeds -1tsp
4. Black gram - 1/2tsp
5. Rice flour -1tsp
6. Red chillies - 3
7. Coconut oil or clarified butter -2tsps

Wash and chop the keerai finely. Add salt and cook it in a cup of water. Cool and puree it using a blender. Mix the rice flour. Add more water if required. Bring it to a boil. Season it with mustard seeds, red chillies, black gram and asafoetida powder fried in oil.