Andhra-style amaranth (thotakura) simmered with toor dal (or moong on request), finished with a light mustard–jeera–curry leaf tadka. Blue default: measured oil, low-sodium, no cream/cashew. Semi-thick; pairs with ½-cup Brown/Millet/White rice or small phulkas plus salad.

Nutrition (est., low-oil, 200 g bowl): ~160–220 kcal • ~18–24 g carbs • ~8–12 g protein • ~4–7 g fat
Diabetic/Blue note: Eat Often/Moderate (Blue)—fiber-rich but carb-bearing; keep base ½-cup and add a lean protein to reach 25–30 g/meal.
Weight-loss tips: Ask extra leaves, low-oil, no ghee; plate with salad/raita; prefer lunch.
Local Names: Telugu Thotakura Pappu; Hindi Chaulai Saag Dal; Tamil Araikeerai/Thandu Keerai Paruppu; Kannada Dantina Soppu Dal; Malayalam Cheera Parippu; Bengali Notey Shaak Dal; Marathi Rajgira Paank Dal.