Naadan Kadala Curry
A traditional Kerala curry where quail simmers gently in a spiced coconut gravy until every piece soaks up the flavours. The curry leaves and raw coconut oil finish add that characteristic Kerala fragrance.
Ingredientsfor 3 servings
- 250 g Chick peas
- 1 nos 0nion
- 1 nos Tomato
- 2 nos Green chilly
- 1 tsp Garlic paste
- 1 tsp Chilly powder
- 21/2 tsp Coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Meat masala
- Curry leaves, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- 2 tbsp Oil
Preparation
Step 1
Roast chilly powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder for 3 minutes, and set aside.
Step 2
Cook the chickpeas with roasted masala, salt and water as needed.
Step 3
Warm the oil in a kadai pan and allow to crackle mustard in it.
Step 4
Add tomato, green chilly, onion and garlic. Let it cook for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add meat masala and cook again.
Step 6
Add chickpeas and curry leaves.
Step 7
Let it cook for 10 minutes.
Tip
For a thicker gravy, cook uncovered on medium heat for the last few minutes. For a thinner consistency, add a splash of warm water.
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