## Menthya Matvadi Palya Recipe – Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi (Karnataka Style)

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Menthya Matvadi Palya Recipe – Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Karnataka Side Dish**, this dish is **Diabetic Friendly** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 120 minutes
**Cook time:** 15 minutes
**Total time:** 135 minutes

**Cuisine:** Karnataka
**Course:** Side Dish
**Diet:** Diabetic Friendly

### Ingredients for Menthya Matvadi Palya Recipe – Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi:

* 50 grams Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves)
* 1 tablespoon Sunflower Oil
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 1 sprig Curry leaves
* 2 Dry Red Chillies
* Salt – to taste
* 1/2 cup Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal) – soaked for 2 hours
* 1/2 cup Fresh coconut – grated
* 6 Dry Red Chillies
* 1 teaspoon Coriander (Dhania) Seeds
* Curry leaves – few
* 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 1/4 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Menthya Matvadi Palya Recipe – Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi:

1. To prepare Matwadi Palya Recipe (Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi); drain the water from the soaked channa dal and grind all the ingredients mentioned under “to grind” adding very little water to make a coarse paste.
2. In a steamer, steam the ground masala till soft, for about 10 minutes on high heat using Idli molds.
3. Meanwhile, wash and chop the methi leaves finely.
4. In a kadai, heat oil and mustard seeds and allow it to splutter, add the red chillies and curry leaves and roast for a few seconds.
5. Add finely chopped methi leaves and salt and allow it to wilt down.
6. Once the methi leaves are cooked, add the ground chana dal mixture and mix them and allow it to cook on low flame till everything combines well.
7. Turn off heat.
8. Check the salt and adjust accordingly to taste.
9. Serve Matwadi Palya Recipe (Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi) along with Tawa paratha, Karnataka Special Huli Tovve Recipe and steamed rice for lunch or dinner.

### Tips for the Best Menthya Matvadi Palya Recipe – Madhwa Brahmin Style Methi-Chana Dal Sabzi:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* For diabetic-friendly meals, always monitor portion sizes and consult with a nutritionist for personalized advice.

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