Description
Sanagapappu Karam: A Classic Andhra Pradesh Dish
Sanagapappu Karam is a traditional Andhra Pradesh dish made with lentils (sanagapappu) and a flavorful spice mix (karam). It’s a simple yet satisfying meal, often served with rice or roti.
Sanagapappu: A type of lentil, usually whole or split.
Karam: A spice blend that typically includes chili powder, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and mustard seeds.
Tempering: The dish often begins with a tempering process, where spices like mustard seeds, cumin, and curry leaves are heated in oil.
Simmering: The lentils are cooked with water and the karam spice mix until they are tender and the flavors have blended.