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Kairi Ki Dal | Mamidikaya Pappu | Mango Dal

Published: | LAST UPDATED ON: Nov 5, 2024 by Lubna Karim

There’s something truly magical about a plate of steaming hot rice topped with a generous dollop of ghee and tangy kairi ki dal. It’s like a warm hug for taste buds, which is comforting, satisfying, and oh-so-pleasing. Tangy goodness of raw mango with the earthy richness of lentils, creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Indulge in this ultimate comfort food and experience pure bliss with every bite!

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About This Recipe

Kairi dal, also known as mango dal or mamidikaya pappu in Telugu, is a traditional South Indian dish bursting with flavors. The word “kairi” or “mamidikaya” refers to raw or unripe mango, which is a key ingredient in this recipe. This dal combines the tangy flavour of raw mango with the earthiness of lentils, creating a deliciously unique taste.

Kairi dal is often enjoyed with steamed rice, along with a dollop of ghee and any side dish of choice. Comforting and satisfying dal recipe, which is perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions. Additionally, it’s packed with nutrients from the lentils and mango, making it not only delicious but also nutritious.

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Kairi Dal | Mango Dal Ingredients

Toor Dal: Toor dal, also known as pigeon peas, forms the base of the dal. It provides a creamy texture and a nutty flavor, while also being rich in protein and essential nutrients. Roasting toor dal before cooking it for mango dal enhances its nutty flavor and can also reduce its cooking time. To roast the toor dal, spread it evenly on a dry pan over medium heat. Stir frequently until it turns golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Be careful not to let it burn. Once roasted, let the dal cool before using it in the recipe. Roasting the dal adds a depth of flavor to the dish, making the mango dal even more delicious.

Dry Red Chilies: Dry red chilies add a subtle heat and depth of flavor to the dal. They provide a mild spiciness that enhances the overall complexity of the dish.

Raw Mango: Raw mangoes add a tangy flavor to the dal, giving it a refreshing and unique taste. Green raw mango also contribute a subtle sourness that complements the other flavors in this dal recipe.

Green Chilies: Slit length-wise, green chilies add a fresh, pungent flavor and a bit of heat to the dal. They contribute a lively kick that complements the tanginess of the mangoes.

Raw mango pieces in a bowl with salt and red chili

NOTE: This recipe calls for spicy green and dry red chilies. We do not add red chili powder in this dal recipe. So choose spicy green variety of green chilies for this mango dal.

Other Ingredients – Apart from these we use tempering ingredients like mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves and urad dal.

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Mamidikaya pappu is all about simple and creamy richness of roasted toor dal with the zesty allure of raw mangoes. When the dal is simmering gently in a pot, its aroma wafting through the air, is so inviting. As the aroma fills the room, it transforms the space into a sanctuary of culinary delight, where worries dissipate and appetites awaken.

A hot bowl of steamed white rice with a dollop of ghee, tangy kairi dal, is a satisfyingly delightful meal. The combination of ghee’s rich, nutty flavor with the tangy, indulgent taste of the dal creates a pleasant taste that tickles the taste buds. Savor the tantalizing taste of Mamidikaya Pappu.

This meal offers a sense of comfort with every bite. Adding a side of potato fry brings a crispy, golden texture to the mix, enhancing the meal with its simplicity and earthy flavors. With every bite, experience the comforting embrace of home-cooked goodness. Indulge in this soul-warming delight, where each mouthful tells a story of love, warmth, and the gentle caress of raw mango flavor.

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Kairi Dal

This kairi dal is going to participate in MLLA – Eleventh Helping, where Lori of Taste With The Eyes is calling all beans aficionados. MLLA is started by Susan of The Well-Seasoned Cook.

Yield: 4

Kairi Dal | Mamidikaya Pappu Recipe

Mamidikaya Pappu Recipe

Mamidikaya pappu | Mango Dal | Kairi Dal is all about simple and creamy richness of roasted toor dal with the zesty allure of raw mangoes. 

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 medium size Raw Mango
  • 1 cup Toor dal
  • ¼ tbsp. Turmeric powder
  • Salt, as per taste

Tempering | Tadka

  • ½ tbsp. Mustard seeds
  • ½ tbsp. Cumin | Jeera seeds
  • ½ tbsp. Urad dal
  • 2 dry Red chilies
  • 6-8 Green chilies, slit length-wise
  • 10-12 fresh Curry leaves
  • 2 tbsp. Oil

Instructions

How To Make Mamidikaya Pappu | Kairi Ki Dal

Step 1: Thoroughly wash raw mango, pat it dry and remove the skin. Check whether the mango taste sour or not. If sour use it in dal otherwise use it in making any other recipe like salsa or salad. Finely slice the raw mango and discard the seed.

Step 2: In a pan dry roast toor dal on low flame. Dry roast till toor dal is lightly roasted and aroma starts to wafts. Remove on a kitchen plate and leave this to cool.

Step 3: Once the dal comes to room temperature, wash the dal thoroughly and add it to pressure cooker. To this add sliced raw mango pieces, turmeric and water. For one cup of dal add 2.5 cups of water. Place the lid and pressure cook on low flame for 4-5 whistles.

Step 4: Once the dal is soft, using a wooden masher or whisk, mash the dal. I do not like my dal to be creamy. I like grainy mamidikaya pappu. So, I will not mash the dal completely. Set this aside.

Step 5: In a pan, heat oil and to this add mustard seeds and urad dal. When urad dal starts to change color, add dry red chilies and green chilies.

Fry till chilies start to change color. Now add cumin seeds and curry leaves. Fry for a minute and to this add mashed dal (step 4). Add salt and stir till all the ingredients are well combined.

Turn off the flame and remove this dal in serving bowl.

Serve hot with rice, ghee and any of your choice side-dish.

Add love to make this mamidikaya pappu taste 'Yummy'.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 223Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 267mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 7gSugar: 19gProtein: 7g

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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© Lubna Karim
Cuisine: Indian / Category: Side Dishes

Comments

  5. Vandana Rajesh says

    Yummy dal. True summer is a great time with vacations and mangoes. I am on a holiday too and enjoying every bit of it. 🙂

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  6. Ivy says

    Thanks for visit Lubna. I am feeling much better today, thank you. I love the flavours in your dish.

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  8. Suparna says

    Hi Lubna,love the tangy flavoured dal. it’s summer special and yummmy! love the snaps, was admiring them for quite sometime 🙂

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  12. rekhas kitchen says

    sssrrrlllllllllluuuuuuuupppppppppp my favorite mamidikaya pappu yuuummmmyyyyy soooooooooooooo beautiful pic. lubna you are becoming a photography expert hummmm good job

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  21. Kitchen Flavours says

    Thank you Rekha, Sireesha, Sowmya, Deesha, Gita, Varunavi, Anu Sriram, Kalyani and Jenn.

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  26. Curry Leaf says

    Love the dal L.Comfort food only with a tanginess.Perfect Entry to MLLA.Hope you are back by now

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  27. munchcrunchandsuch says

    Hi Lubna, Thank u for the comment in my blog. It lead me to urs. The mango dal looks just perfect and more so the presentation with matching mango yellow towels.

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  31. Ramya Vijaykumar says

    The name is so new to me… reminds me of my aunt she amkes this very often… looks yummy and inviting!!!

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  32. Pavithra says

    WOw photo is simply superb and the spirals formed naturally or u did it? anyway its fantastic and love the dhal too

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  33. Nina's Recipes says

    Yummy food indeed! Lovely dishes, outstanding presentations! Congratulations! thank you for visiting and commenting on my blog!Regards and kissesNina from California!

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  36. Kitchen Flavours says

    Thank you Ashwini, Pooja, Pooja, Ashwini, Curry Leaf, Munchcrunchandsuch, Valarmathi, Dhanya, Jescel, Ramya, Pavithra, Nina, LG and Vibaas.

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  38. Padma says

    Wow!!! yummy mango dhal and also the click :)Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving your comments ….Good to know that you are also from Bangalore 😀

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  44. Renu says

    My mom used to make kairi ki daal..its been ages since I have eaten, Thx for reminding me :))

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  48. Chitra says

    this is also new to me..khatti ki dal, kairi ki dal…u make so many varieties with dal…HAve bookmarked this also:)

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  49. Kitchen Flavours says

    Thank you Pigpigscorner, Padma, sukanya, Shaikh, Mahimaa, Priti, Meeso, Renu, Sara, Home cooked Oriya Food, Sujatha and Chitra.

    Reply

  51. Red Chillies says

    Totally new to me, but the way you described with rice, ghee, the daal and potato fry. That’s it I was drooling. Loved the pictures.

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  53. Parita says

    kairi dal looks soo mouth watering and delicious..i love the flavor..will try this soon..thanks for sharing 🙂 gorgeous clicks too 🙂

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  54. Samahita Kabra says

    You have a great blog running here with an amazing list of recipes. I loved browzing through them. I will definitely come back for more. Meanwhile I have blogrolled you 🙂

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  57. Lori Lynn says

    Your photos are amazing. And this dish sounds delicious with the depth of flavors. Love mango!Lori Lynn

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  60. Mana says

    my mom used to make it often ,however i had seem to forgotten it! Thanx for making me remember the curry which i love!

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  65. Kerri says

    This was absolutely delicious! It was tangy yet earthy and I mixed it with a bed of rice and it was the best.

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  66. Vicky says

    I’ve never made Kairi Ki Dal before, and your recipe made it so easy! The flavors were wonderful – tangy, slightly sweet, and perfectly spiced. Yum!

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