Sadya Special Olan
A and mild-flavored dish from Kerala, often served as part of the elaborate Sadya feast, especially during festivals like Onam.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 250 g Ash gourd (Kumbalanga)
- 1/4 cup Van payar(Red Cow peas
- 1 cup Thick coconut milk
- 2 nos Green chilly — slit
- Salt, to taste
- Curry leaves, a few
- 1 tbsp Coconut oil
- 1 cup Water
Preparation
Step 1
Get a small tender ash gourd and cut into small pieces.
Step 2
Get over-night soaked van payar and let it go for 2-3 whistles by adding required water and little salt. Set aside.
Step 3
Keep 1 cup of coconut milk aside.
Step 4
Get a kadai and add the ash gourd. Then add 2 green chillies, salt and water. Cook with the lid on for 15 minutes.
Step 5
Crush few ash gourd pieces.
Step 6
Add the cooked van payar.
Step 7
Add the thick coconut milk and turn off the heat.
Step 8
Sprinkle coconut oil on the top followed by a few curry leaves.
Step 9
Close it for few minutes. Check the salt and serve.
Tip
When the recipe says "medium heat," it means medium. Kerala cooking is not about high-flame drama — most of the work happens at a patient, steady temperature.
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