Hitikida Avarebele Saaru

 Introduction

Hitikida Avarebele Saaru is a flavorful and comforting Karnataka-style curry made using fresh avarebele (field beans) and aromatic roasted masala. The freshly roasted coconut and whole spices give it a rich aroma and authentic homestyle taste. This saaru pairs beautifully with idli, dosa, ragi balls, and steamed rice. Light yet satisfying, it is a seasonal favorite enjoyed especially during avarebele season.

⏱ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Overall Time: 15–20 minutes

Ingredients

For Masala (Roast & Grind)

• 1 medium onion

• 1 inch cinnamon

• 4–5 cloves

• 1 tbsp fennel seeds

• 4 garlic cloves

• 1 cup grated coconut

• 2½ tbsp coriander powder

• 2 tbsp red chilli powder

• Small bunch of coriander leaves

(Lightly fry everything on a tawa and grind into a smooth paste.)

For Cooking

• 2 tbsp refined oil

• ½ tsp mustard seeds

• ½ tsp urad dal

• ½ tsp bengal gram dal

• 1 onion (chopped)

• Curry leaves

• Hitikida Avarebele (as required)

• A pinch turmeric powder

• 3 tomatoes (roughly chopped)

• Salt (as required)

• Water (according to required consistency)

Method

1. Heat a tawa and lightly fry onion, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds, garlic, grated coconut, coriander powder, red chilli powder, and coriander leaves.

2. Grind into a smooth masala paste and keep aside.

3. Heat refined oil in a cooker.

4. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and bengal gram dal. Let them splutter.

5. Add chopped onion and curry leaves. Sauté well.

6. Add Hitikida Avarebele and turmeric powder. Sauté for a minute.

7. Add roughly chopped tomatoes and salt. Sauté for 2 minutes.

8. Add the prepared masala and mix well.

9. Add water to get a slightly watery consistency.

10. Close the cooker lid and pressure cook for 1 whistle.

11. Switch off the flame and let the pressure release naturally.

12. Adjust salt and chilli powder according to taste.

Serving Suggestion

Serve hot with idli, dosa, ragi balls, or steamed rice.

Note

The saaru should be slightly watery but not too thin. Adjust salt and chilli powder according to taste.