Drumstick Leaves Fry, or Munagaku Vepudu, is a popular South Indian food that is known for being easy to make, healthy, and having earthy flavors. The soft drumstick leaves are sautéed in fragrant spices like cumin, red chilies, and mustard seeds to make this stir-fry. It goes well with steamed rice or soft rotis. Although it tastes great, Munagaku Vepudu is also good for you because it is full of iron, calcium, and important vitamins. This recipe is a must-try if you want to try traditional Andhra food or add something healthy to your meals.

Munagaku Vepudu (Drumstick Leaves Fry)

A traditional South Indian stir-fry made with nutrient-rich drumstick leaves, tempered with aromatic spices, and packed with health benefits.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 171 kcal

10 g

1 g

6 g

20 g

Ingredients

For Fry:

2 cups drumstick leaves cleaned and washed
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
½ teaspoon turmeric powder

For Tempering:

1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 dry red chilies broken
8-10 curry leaves
1 medium onions finely chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Tempering:

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds and let them crackle. Add 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 dry red chilies, and 8-10 curry leaves. Sauté for 30 seconds.

Cook the Onion:

Add 1 medium onions and sauté until soft and translucent.

Add Drumstick Leaves:

Add 2 cups drumstick leaves, ½ teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes until the leaves are tender.

Serve:

Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy hot with steamed rice or roti.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts

Munagaku Vepudu (Drumstick Leaves Fry)

Serving Size

1 cup (100 g)

Amount per Serving

Calories

171

% Daily Value*

Protein

Carbohydrates

Fiber

Sugar

Fat

Sodium

Potassium

458

Vitamin D

0.1

µg

Calcium

547

Iron

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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