Bwtwi Bai Uti (pumpkin And Lentil Salad)
Bwtwi Bai Uti is a traditional Tripuri salad made with pumpkin and lentils. This refreshing and nutritious salad is a popular dish in Tripuri cuisine, known for its vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced pumpkin
- 1/2 cup lentils
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon mustard oil
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil the diced pumpkin and lentils until they are tender. Drain and let them cool.
- In a large bowl, mix the boiled pumpkin and lentils with chopped onion, green chilies, tomato, and coriander leaves.
- Add mustard oil, turmeric powder, and salt to the mixture. Toss well to combine all the ingredients.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 8g
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 3g
Supplies
Large bowl Knife Cutting board Pot Refrigerator
Tools
Mixing spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bwtwi Bai Uti salad as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can sprinkle some lemon juice on the salad before serving.
Cost
$8