Sunnundalu

Method

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   About Sunnundalu: urad dal laddu. Famous in All Andhra. Festival connection: Festivals. Andhra urad dal laddu — offered at festivals

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   Prepare main ingredient: Wash and roast urad dal until golden. Grind to fine flour. Mix with jaggery and ghee.

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   Heat oil: Heat 3 tablespoons sesame oil (the signature Andhra cooking fat) in a heavy pan on medium heat.

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   Temper: Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds and wait for them to pop. Add 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 dried red chillies, a pinch of asafoetida and 1 sprig curry leaves.

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   Build base: Add 1 large onion sliced and cook 5 minutes until softened. Add 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste and cook 2 minutes.

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   Add spices: Add 1 teaspoon red chilli powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric and salt. Cook 2 minutes.

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   Add main ingredient: Add the prepared main ingredient. Stir to coat with the spice base. Add 1/4 cup water.

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   Cook through: Cover and cook on medium-low heat 10 to 15 minutes until cooked through. Stir every few minutes.

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   Finish: Taste and adjust salt and spice. Add fresh coriander and a drizzle of sesame oil.

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    Serve: Serve hot with steamed rice, roti or as part of an Andhra meal.