VegetarianLunchAndhra Pradesh
Andhra Style Pappu Charu
Andhra Style Pappu Charu is a vegetarian lunch from Andhra Pradesh. It is made with toor dal, tamarind, onion and green chilli. This recipe serves 4 and takes about 45 min. One serving has about 160 kcal, 7 g protein, 20 g carbs and 5 g fat.
Did you know? This tangy lentil stew is a staple in Andhra households. Tamarind gives it a sour punch, while green chilies add heat. Unlike sambar, it uses minimal vegetables for a purer dal flavor. Traditionally served with rice and ghee, it's comfort food during monsoons. The dish's acidity helps preserve it in hot climates. Some versions include okra or drumsticks for texture.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Vegetarian
- Course
- Lunch
- Cuisine
- Andhra Pradesh
- Calories
- 160 kcal
- Protein
- 7 g
- Style
- Healthy
- Serves
- 4
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Level
- Easy
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 100 g toor dal
- 1 tbsp tamarind
- 1 onion
- 2 green chilli
- 1 tomato (optional)
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 l water
- 1 tsp charu powder
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
