Nucchina unde (nucchu - broken bits; unde - ball ) is one of the traditional Karnataka Style Dal Steamed Pakora Recipe. These lentil dumplings which tastes almost like steamed masala vada / ambode. These dumplings are usually made using toor dal. However, you can add a little chana dal also, like in this nucchinunde recipe. Addition of dill leaves (sabsige/sabbakki soppu) gives a nice distinct aroma.
When done, serve hot / warm Nucchinunde / Nucchina Unde Recipe with majjige huli / kadale chutney recipe or with tea during evening.
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Cooks in 35 M
Total in 185 M
To prepare Nuchinunde / Nucchina Unde Recipe , wash and soak dals in water for about 2-3 hours. Drain water.
In a mixer, pulse the lentils coarsely along with green chillies and ginger without adding any water.
In a bowl, mix together ground lentils, dill leaves, coriander , curry leaves, coconut, hing & salt.
Heat water in a steamer. Grease idli molds with oil.
Make oval shaped dumplings and place them in the greased idli stand. Steam cook for 10-15 minutes.
When done, serve hot / warm Nucchinunde / Nucchina Unde Recipe with majjige huli / kadale chutney recipe or with tea during evening.