Karuppu Ulundh Adai
Karuppu ulundhu adai / black udad dal adai
Rich in vitamins, proteins, minerals and zero cholesterol . It also has calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, copper, manganese,rich in dietary fibers. high potassium content . This helps to balance sodium potassium level and reduce hypertension or high blood pressure. udad dal has anti inflammatory properties.
Helps in Nervous system disorders, disorders of the digestive system like piles, colic , constipation , and a good liver stimulant . Helps in female reproductive system and lactating mothers .
Said to be an energy booster. .high in iron content. helps increase the energy levels within the body and keeps you active. Improves Digestion as it is high in fibre and good for Heart health .
Black gram helps to reduce cholesterol, helps in reducing high blood pressure levels. helps reduce lipids and cholesterol in body.
Excellent for diabetes, has anti inflammatory properties . Increases immunity since it is fiber rich it helps for managing blood glucose levels and helps prevent spikes within these levels particularly after a meal. Black gram is also good for bone health .
( Udad dal ) Adai . Udad dal ( especially the whole ) is full of amazing healthy nutritional values .
It is also good for skin health and complexion .
Healthy filling whole black gram dal ( Udad dal ) Adai . Udad dal ( especially the whole ) is full of amazing healthy nutritional values .
INGREDIENTS
3/4 cup black whole gram ( udad )
1/4 cup idli rice
as needed salt
2-3 tbsp black pepper corns
1 tsp cumin seeds optional
1 sprig curry leaves
1 tsp sesame oil per adai
1/4 tsp asafoetida powder
KARUPU ULUNDHU ADAI
INSTRUCTIONS
keep whole black udad dal washed and soaked for 30 minutes.
keep idli rice or raw rice washed and soaked for 15 minutes.
Grind both to a thick coarse batter with 2-3 tbsp pepper corns.
Add curry leaves , cumin seeds ( optional ) salt and hing powder.
Mix batter well make adai on a heated greased dosa tava immediately no need to rest batter .
Spread batter little thick .
Add sesame oil around edges
Serve hot with avial ,jaggery and butter
Watch my youtube video for the preparation of the adai
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