NUCHINUNDE SOUP / DUMPLING SOUP

Today I am sharing a unique and wholesome soup recipe which is a complete meal in itself. It is nutritious and filling too. Nuchinunde soup / Dumpling soup is a recipe from my kitchen. Nuchinunde is a lentil dumpling usually served with chutney or majjige huli. I served Nuchinunde soup to my boys and they loved it. It is a very easy recipe . Do try and I am sure you will love it too. Perfect for the cold weather.

What is Nuchinunde?

It is a lentil based dumpling from the state of Karnataka. Popularly served as a snack or for breakfast in Karnataka. Rich in proteins and fiber it is healthy too as it is steamed. It is a versatile recipe.These dumplings can be added to curries . .I love to add fresh dil leaves and other greens too.This is completely optional.

Ingredients for Nuchinunde Soup / Dumpling Soup:

• Masoor dal– This orange colored dal is nutritious and loaded with proteins.
• Channa dal: An excellent source of protein for vegetarians.Rich in fiber andgood source of energy.
• Fresh Ginger: Aids digestion and fights germs and soothes sore muscles too.
• Coriander: Enhances the flavor and taste of the dish. Rich in immune boosting antioxidants.
• Fresh Coconut: Rich in anti oxidants and is known to be good for the heart
• Green Chilli: Adds a nice spice kick to the dish. Aids digestion and is rich in fiber.
• Dil Leaves: Fresh dil leaves gives a nice aroma to the dish .Rich in antioxidants and a good source of vitamin C, magnesium, and vitamin A.
• Salt: Main ingredient of the dish.
• Jeera / Cumin Seeds: Rich in anti oxidants and good for health
• Oil— A small quantity of odourless oil for the tadka.
• Roasted Peanuts: Rich in Protein and fiber.Contains plenty of potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, and B vitamins. It is low in carbs too.
• Asafoetida: Has Antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial effects. 
• Turmeric: Turmeric Contains Bioactive Compounds with Powerful Medicinal Properties.

Recipe for Nuchinunde Soup / Dumpling Soup:

• Author: Preethi Prasad
• Prep Time : Soaking time 3hrs + 10 Mins
• Cook Time : 30 Mins
• Total Time :40 mins excluding soaking time
• Course : MAIN COURSE
• Cuisine : INDIAN

Ingredients for Nuchinunde Soup / Dumpling Soup :

For Nuchinunde:

• 1/2 Cup Masoor Dal
• 1″ Fresh Ginger
• 1/2 Cup Channa dal
• 1 Tsp Jeera / Cumin
• 1/4 Tsp Asafoetida
• 2 Tbsp Dil Leaves
• 1 Tbsp Fresh Coriander
• Salt to Taste
• Oil to grease your palm
• 1 Cup Freshly grated Coconut
• 2 Green chillies finely chopped

Ingredients for Soup:

• 1 Cup Fresh Coriander
• 2 Tbsp Roasted Peanuts
• 1 Tsp Jeera
• 1/4 Tsp Turmeric
• Salt to taste
• 1″ Ginger
• 1/2 Tsp Oil
• 1/4 Tsp Asafoetida

Method:

• Soak Masoor dal and channa dal for about 3 hours. Drain the water completely after 3 hours.
• Grind the soaked dal and ginger to a coarse paste. Do not add water while grinding.
• Add freshly grated coconut, finely chopped green chillies , jeera , asafoetida and salt.
• Add dil leaves and finely chopped fresh coriander . Mix all the ingredients.
• Grease your palm and take a small qty of mixture and make oval shaped dumplings. Repeat the process for the balance mixture.
• I got about 21 dumplings. I used 8 dumplings for the soup and freezed the balance in an air tight container for next day .
• Steam the required amount of dumplings for about 15 mins.
• If you are steaming in a cooker then do not put the weight.
• Keep them aside.

For the Soup:

• In a grinder make a fine paste of roasted peanuts, ginger and coriander.
• In a wide bottom pan add oil. Add jeera and let it splutter. Add turmeric and asafoetida.
• Now add the peanut coriander mixture. Add the same quantity of water as the mixture. Allow it to simmer. Add salt as required.
• Once it starts to simmer add the steamed nuchinunde / dumplings and let it simmer for about 5 mins.
• Turn off the heat.
• Garnish with Fresh coriander and dried dil leaves and serve.

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