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How to make Kadalai Kuruma

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Kadala Kurma is a flavorful and aromatic curry made with black chickpeas (kadala) in a coconut-based gravy. It is a popular South Indian dish, often served with various Indian breads like chapati, poori, or dosa. The combination of spices and coconut gives kadala kurma its rich and savoury taste.

The use of grated coconut in the curry base adds creaminess and a distinctive texture to the dish. It contributes to the overall richness and depth of flavor. Kadala Kurma is a versatile dish that can be paired with various Indian breads such as chapati, poori, roti, dosa, and even rice dishes like biryani or pulao.

 

Table Of Contents

  1. Step by step picture instruction for channa Kuruma
  2. How kadala kuruma is served
  3. PIN

Step by step picture instruction for channa Kuruma

1. Soak the channa for 8 hours, pressure cook the channa dhal for 2-3 whistles ands set them aside. Heat a kadai with oil, temper with mustard, opnion. Sauté this for few mins.

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 2. Take all the ingredients to grind, And grind it to a smooth paste..
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 3. Add in the ginger garlic paste and curry leaves, Fry for few mins, Add in the green chillies and  chopped Tomatoes to it. Cook till the tomatoes turn mushy.
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 4. Add in chillie powder, coriander powder, turmeric masala, garam masala, salt and sauté the masala for few mins. Cook till the raw smell goes away.
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 5. Add in the boiled channa, mix them well and add the ground masala, simmer the curry for 8-10 mins, cook till the raw smell goes away.
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How kadala kuruma is served

  1. With Indian Breads:
    • Chapati/Roti: Serve Kadala Kurma with freshly made chapatis or rotis. The combination of the soft bread and the savory curry is delightful.
    • Poori: It pairs exceptionally well with poori, the deep-fried Indian bread. The combination is often served during special occasions and festivals.
    • Naan: Enjoy Kadala Kurma with naan, a leavened Indian flatbread, for a slightly different texture.
  2. With Rice Preparations:
    • Steamed Rice: Kadala Kurma can be served with steamed rice. The flavorful curry adds a delicious dimension to plain rice.
    • Biryani or Pulao: Pair Kadala Kurma with biryani or pulao for a more elaborate and festive meal. The curry complements the fragrant rice dishes well.
  3. As a Side Dish:
    • Dosa: Kadala Kurma can be used as a side dish for dosa, a popular South Indian fermented crepe. The combination of dosa and kadala kurma is both tasty and filling.
    • Idli: Enjoy Kadala Kurma as an accompaniment to idli, soft and steamed rice cakes. The combination is commonly served in South Indian households for breakfast.
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