Spicy Beet Greens Yogurt Sauce (Mor Kootu)

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Spicy Beet Greens Yogurt Sauce (Mor Kootu)
30 min.
5
56kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a delightful, nutritious, and heartwarming dish to brighten your morning meal or brunch, look no further than this Spicy Beet Greens Yogurt Sauce, also known as Mor Kootu. Combining the earthy flavors of beet greens with the creamy richness of yogurt, this recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also packs a punch of healthy nutrients.

Beet greens—often overlooked—are incredibly versatile, and they bring vibrant color and texture to this dish. When paired with aromatic spices like cumin and curry leaves, along with a subtle kick from green chillies, you create a savory sauce that is both wholesome and delicious. The addition of chickpea flour gives it a unique depth, while grated coconut adds a delightful touch of sweetness to balance the heat.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is exceedingly simple to prepare, making it perfect for a busy morning or a leisurely brunch with friends. In just 30 minutes, you'll have a dish that serves five, offering a wonderful, low-calorie option at just 56 kcal per serving. Plus, the blend of ingredients ensures you're getting a rich array of flavors and textures in every bite. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor this yummy, healthy delight that will leave you asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • Bunch bunchs of kale with lot of greens)
  • Tablespoons chickpea flour/besan 
  • 0.3 cup coconut or grated
  • Teaspoons coconut oil 
  • 1.5 Teaspoons cumin 
  •  curry leaves 
  •  chillies green
  • Teaspoon mustard seeds 
  • 0.5 Teaspoon turmeric powder 
  • 1.5  to 2 cups yogurt (Depending On The Consistency You Want)
  • servings as per taste salt

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • stove

Directions

  1. Finely chop the beet greens, both the leaves as well as the stems.
  2. Place it in a big bowl and fill it with water and let it stand for at least 5 minutes. By doing this any dirt/sand in the greens would settle down in the bottom of the vessel. Now remove the greens and rinse it in cold water again.I pressure cooked the beet leaves and beet stems together.
  3. Add water just enough to cover the greens and little salt too. I left it for 2 whistles.Now grind together the coconut, cumin, chillies, besan.
  4. Add little water if required.
  5. Mix this mixture with the yogurt and add enough water. This should be in the consistency of pancake batter or even thinner.In a saucepan add the cooked greens, salt and yogurt sauce.
  6. Remove the pan from the stove after the first boil.
  7. Add coconut oil in a small frying pan. Once it heats add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Once it splutters pour this in the kootu.

Nutrition Facts

Calories56kcal
Protein7.8%
Fat54.62%
Carbs37.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.4
Glycemic Load
0.91
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
7.1499999484614%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:55.59kcal
2.78%
Fat:3.51g
5.4%
Saturated Fat:2.56g
16.02%
Carbohydrates:5.44g
1.81%
Net Carbohydrates:3.35g
1.22%
Sugar:1.85g
2.05%
Cholesterol:0.04mg
0.01%
Sodium:318.14mg
13.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.13g
2.26%
Vitamin B3:11.64mg
58.21%
Folate:132.81µg
33.2%
Vitamin C:24.65mg
29.88%
Fiber:2.09g
8.36%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.02%
Iron:0.79mg
4.4%
Magnesium:11.46mg
2.87%
Copper:0.06mg
2.8%
Selenium:1.95µg
2.79%
Phosphorus:23.21mg
2.32%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.79%
Potassium:61.85mg
1.77%
Calcium:14.34mg
1.43%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.38%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.29%
Vitamin A:59.78IU
1.2%
Vitamin K:1.18µg
1.13%