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Paruppu Usili

The traditional recipes from the Tamil Brahmin cuisine show how veggies can be cooked into interesting varieties of dishes that are both delicious and nutritious. One such appetizing dish is the Paruppu Usili prepared using dal combined with any vegetable of choice. Commonly banana flower, beans, cabbage, cluster beans, and radish are paired with dal to prepare Usili.

Recipe Facts

  • Preparation Time
    15 minutes
  • Cooking Time
    20 minutes
  • Category
    Veg
  • Type
    Lunch

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